Neon Trap-jaw Ant vs Western Iron Dun
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Neon Trap-jaw Ant | Western Iron Dun |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Odontomachus coquereli | Epeorus longimanus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Heptageniidae |
| Size | 10-13 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Madagascar | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Neon Trap-jaw Ant
A large Malagasy trap-jaw ant with a distinctive reddish coloration found in Madagascar's dry forests. It has the characteristic spring-loaded mandibles of its genus.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few trap-jaw ant species found on the island of Madagascar, likely arriving via ocean dispersal.
Western Iron Dun
An iconic eastern mayfly that signals the start of spring fly-fishing season. Nymphs have only two tails and cling to rocks in fast current.
Did You Know?
It was named after Theodore Gordon, considered the father of American dry-fly fishing.