Spotted-Winged Antlion vs Iberian Spoonwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spotted-Winged Antlion | Iberian Spoonwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendroleon pantherinus | Josandreva sazi |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Myrmeleontidae | Nemopteridae |
| Size | 35-40 mm wingspan | 25-32 mm wingspan (forewings) |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Detritivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Spain, Portugal |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Spotted-Winged Antlion
A large antlion with distinctive spotted wings found in old-growth forests. Its larvae hide in tree-hole detritus rather than building sand pits.
Did You Know?
This antlion is unusual because its larvae ambush prey in tree hollows rather than digging pits in sand.
Iberian Spoonwing
A rare Iberian Peninsula nemopterid found in hot, dry calcareous grasslands. One of Europe's more localized spoonwing species.
Did You Know?
It is restricted to the Iberian Peninsula and is not found elsewhere in Europe.