Malagasy Ant Lion vs Banded Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malagasy Ant Lion | Banded Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Palpares lenticularis | Glenurus gratus |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Myrmeleontidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | 60-80 mm wingspan | 55-80 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Madagascar | Southeastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Malagasy Ant Lion
A large neuropteran with broad, spotted wings that resemble those of a dragonfly. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to lights, while larvae dig conical pit traps in sandy soil.
Did You Know?
Larvae sit buried at the bottom of their funnel-shaped sand traps and flick sand grains at prey to prevent escape.
Banded Antlion
A North American antlion with distinctive banded wing patterns. Commonly attracted to porch lights on warm summer evenings.
Did You Know?
Unlike classic antlions, its larvae are ambush predators that hunt without constructing sand pits.