Japanese Antlion vs Macrosoma lucivittata
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Antlion | Macrosoma lucivittata |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hagenomyia micans | Macrosoma lucivittata |
| Order | Neuroptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Myrmeleontidae | Hedylidae |
| Size | 60-80 mm wingspan | 32-42 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Japan, Korea, Eastern China | Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Japanese Antlion
A large East Asian antlion with glossy wings and a robust body. A familiar summer insect across Japan attracted to artificial lights.
Did You Know?
In Japanese folklore, antlion larvae are called 'arijigoku' meaning 'ant hell.'
Macrosoma lucivittata
Moth-butterfly with pale wings bearing a translucent vitreous stripe. One of the more distinctive hedylid species.
Did You Know?
The glass-like wing stripe may function in crypsis by breaking up the wing outline at night.