Yellow Swarming Fly vs Creoleon Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Yellow Swarming Fly | Creoleon Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thaumatomyia notata | Creoleon plumbeus |
| Order | Diptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Chloropidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | 2-2.5 mm | 55-75 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Heathland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Southern Europe, Middle East, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Yellow Swarming Fly
A tiny yellow fly famous for forming enormous hibernation aggregations in buildings, sometimes numbering millions. Larvae are predatory on root aphids in grassland.
Did You Know?
Can form hibernation clusters of millions in attic spaces, with individual aggregations weighing several kilograms.
Creoleon Antlion
A robust Mediterranean antlion with lead-grey coloring on the thorax. Found in dry, warm habitats across southern Europe and the Middle East.
Did You Know?
Unlike classic antlions, its larvae lie buried in soil without building funnel traps.