River Clubtail vs Mexican Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | River Clubtail | Mexican Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stylurus flavipes | Vella americana |
| Order | Odonata | Neuroptera |
| Family | Gomphidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | 50-55mm | 65-85 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Southwestern United States, Mexico |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
River Clubtail
A large clubtail dragonfly with yellow and black markings and a distinctly expanded abdomen tip. It breeds in large lowland rivers with sandy beds. Adults spend much time hanging in tree canopies.
Did You Know?
Adults spend most of their time high in riverside trees, only descending to water to breed, making them hard to observe.
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.