Giant African Antlion vs American Dustywing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant African Antlion | American Dustywing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Palpares speciosus | Conwentzia californica |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Myrmeleontidae | Coniopterygidae |
| Size | 100-130 mm wingspan | 3-5 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Gardens |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Southern Africa, East Africa | Western North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Giant African Antlion
A massive African antlion with strikingly marked black-and-yellow wings. One of the largest neuropteran insects in the world.
Did You Know?
It is among the largest living neuropterans, with some individuals exceeding 13 cm in wingspan.
American Dustywing
A tiny western North American dustywing found on fruit trees and ornamental plants. Valued as a natural mite predator in orchards.
Did You Know?
Citrus growers consider it one of the most important natural enemies of citrus red mite.