Spotted-Winged Antlion vs Red Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spotted-Winged Antlion | Red Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendroleon pantherinus | Pogonostoma chalybaeum |
| Order | Neuroptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Myrmeleontidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 35-40 mm wingspan | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Madagascar |
| 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.
Red Tiger Beetle
A medium-sized tiger beetle with a deep steely blue body and reddish reflections. It has large prominent eyes and long, curved mandibles for seizing prey.
Did You Know?
Tiger beetles run so fast relative to their body size that they temporarily go blind during chases and must stop repeatedly to relocate their prey.