Foam Grasshopper vs Long-Necked Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Foam Grasshopper | Long-Necked Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dictyophorus spumans | Palpares libelluloides |
| Order | Orthoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Pyrgomorphidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | 50-80 mm | 100-110 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southern Africa | Europe, Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Foam Grasshopper
A large black and red grasshopper that produces a foul-smelling toxic foam when disturbed. It is one of Africa's most recognizable grasshoppers.
Did You Know?
The toxic foam it produces from its thoracic glands contains cardiac glycosides concentrated from the milkweeds it eats.
Long-Necked Antlion
One of the largest European antlions with a wingspan exceeding 100 mm and boldly patterned wings. Adults are strong fliers active during warm evenings.
Did You Know?
This is the largest neuropteran in Europe, with a wingspan rivaling many dragonfly species.