Robber Fly vs Creoleon Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Robber Fly | Creoleon Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Promachus rufipes | Creoleon plumbeus |
| Order | Diptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Asilidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | 15-30 mm | 55-75 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Meadows | Heathland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America, Europe | Southern Europe, Middle East, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Robber Fly
Aggressive aerial predators that catch other insects in flight. Inject prey with neurotoxic saliva that paralyzes and liquefies internal organs for consumption.
Did You Know?
Robber flies are such efficient aerial predators that they have been recorded catching dragonflies, wasps, and even other robber flies in mid-air.
Creoleon Antlion
A robust Mediterranean antlion with lead-grey coloring on the thorax. Found in dry, warm habitats across southern Europe and the Middle East.
Did You Know?
Unlike classic antlions, its larvae lie buried in soil without building funnel traps.