Mexican Antlion vs Anchor Stink Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mexican Antlion | Anchor Stink Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Vella americana | Stiretrus anchorago |
| Order | Neuroptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Myrmeleontidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 65-85 mm wingspan | 8-11 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Southwestern United States, Mexico | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mexican Antlion
A robust antlion found across the southern United States and Mexico. Recognized by its large size and boldly marked forewings.
Did You Know?
Adults are surprisingly strong fliers for antlions and actively hunt small moths at dusk.
Anchor Stink Bug
A predatory stink bug that is one of North America's most colorful pentatomids, with highly variable patterns of red, blue, black, and white. It preys on beetle larvae, caterpillars, and other soft-bodied insects.
Did You Know?
It comes in dozens of strikingly different color patterns, making specimens from the same population look like different species.