Saharan Antlion vs Russet-tipped Clubtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Saharan Antlion | Russet-tipped Clubtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neuroleon nemausiensis | Stylurus plagiatus |
| Order | Neuroptera | Odonata |
| Family | Myrmeleontidae | Gomphidae |
| Size | 40-55 mm wingspan | 50-58 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Mediterranean Basin, North Africa | North America, Central America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Saharan Antlion
A slender antlion found across the Mediterranean and North Africa. Adults fly at dusk and are attracted to lights in arid regions.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most commonly encountered antlions at light traps around the Mediterranean.
Russet-tipped Clubtail
A handsome clubtail with orange-brown wingtips and a distinctly widened club-shaped abdomen. It flies late in the season along rivers in the southern US.
Did You Know?
Its distinctly orange-russet wingtips are unique among North American clubtails.