Suffolk ant-lion

(Euroleon nostras)

Description

Euroleon nostras is a species of antlion found over most of Europe.The scientific name can be translated as "our European [ant] lion".Adults resemble dragonflies or damselflies and may reach up to 30 mm (1.2 in) long,with a wingspan of 70 mm (2.8 in).The larvae prey on ants and other small creatures and require dry sandy soil in which to dig their pitfall traps.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum:
Class: Insecta
Order:Neuroptera
Family:Myrmeleontidae
Genus:Euroleon
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