Lesser Swallow Prominent Moth vs Japanese Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lesser Swallow Prominent Moth | Japanese Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pheosia gnoma | Hagenomyia micans |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Notodontidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | 44-54 mm wingspan | 60-80 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Japan, Korea, Eastern China |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lesser Swallow Prominent Moth
A white moth very similar to the Swallow Prominent but with a thinner dark wedge mark and a clear white hindwing. It is associated with birch rather than poplar.
Did You Know?
It can be reliably separated from its close relative only by examining the width of the forewing wedge mark.
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.'