Indonesian Antlion vs European Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Indonesian Antlion | European Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Myrmeleon bore | Euroleon nostras |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Myrmeleontidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | 45-60 mm wingspan | 30-40 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Omnivores | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, Indonesia, Philippines | Europe, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Indonesian Antlion
A tropical antlion found across Southeast Asia and the Indo-Malayan archipelago. Its larvae create pit traps in sandy soil beneath shelters.
Did You Know?
In Southeast Asian villages, children often dig up the larvae to watch them rebuild their pits.
European Antlion
A large neuropteran whose larvae build conical sand pits to trap ants and other small insects. Adults resemble damselflies but are weaker fliers.
Did You Know?
Antlion larvae can survive for months without food while waiting at the bottom of their sand traps.