Screech Beetle vs Palpares Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Screech Beetle | Palpares Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hygrobia hermanni | Palpares immensus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Hygrobiidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | 8-10 mm | 100-140 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa | Southern Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Screech Beetle
A medium-sized, reddish-brown water beetle that produces an audible squeaking sound when handled. It is found in muddy ponds across Europe.
Did You Know?
It produces a squeaking noise by rubbing its abdomen against the inside of its wing cases.
Palpares Antlion
An enormous antlion from sub-Saharan Africa with strikingly patterned wings. Among the largest flying neuropterans on the continent.
Did You Know?
Its wingspan can reach 14 cm, rivaling some small dragonflies in size.