The Ant-lions Of Florida. Glenurus Gratus (Say)
From Entomology Circulars.
One of the most striking ant-lions in Florida is Glenurus gratus (Say) (fig. 2). The richly dark-marked wings (fig. 2) are distinctive in Florida according to Stange (1980a). The unusual, 2-toothed mandibled larva (figs. …read more
The Ant-lions Of Florida. II. Genera Based On Larvae
From Entomology Circulars.
Ant-lion larvae are important predators in sand and certain special habitats such as dry tree hollows and cave mouths. Wheeler (1930) called them “demons of the dust”, whereas children in the southern United States coined the term “doodlebugs” to describe their antics. …read more
The Ant-lions Of Florida. I. Genera
From Entomology Circulars.
Ant-lions are common, conspicuous insects in Florida. The pitfall traps made by Myrmeleon literally dot the land, especially in exposed sandy areas. Both adults and larvae are predators and are economically beneficial. Adults commonly feed on caterpillars and aphids, whereas the larvae feed on surface dwellers such as ants and larvae. …read more
