Sugar Ant vs Australian Mantidfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sugar Ant | Australian Mantidfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Camponotus consobrinus | Campion australis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Mantispidae |
| Size | 5-15 mm | 16-24 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Australia | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sugar Ant
A common Australian ant with an orange-brown thorax and black head and abdomen. It is mainly nocturnal and frequently enters homes seeking sweet foods.
Did You Know?
Despite their common name, the term 'sugar ant' in Australia refers specifically to this species, unlike the generic use elsewhere.
Australian Mantidfly
An Australian mantidfly found in eucalyptus forests and dry woodland. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to lights at night.
Did You Know?
It is the most commonly recorded mantidfly species in southeastern Australian light-trap studies.