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Antlion (Noun)

The larva of any of several insects.

Nouns denoting animals.

The antlion larva lies in wait at the bottom of a cone-shaped pit it has dug in the sand.
In some species of antlions, the larvae can capture prey that is several times their own size.
The antlion is known for its voracious appetite, devouring any insect that falls into its pitfall trap.
Antlion larvae are general predators that feed on a wide variety of small insects and other invertebrates.
As the antlion larva grows, it molts several times, gradually increasing in size until it is ready to pupate.

Winged insect resembling a dragonfly; the larvae (doodlebugs) dig conical pits where they wait to catch e.g. ants.

Nouns denoting animals.

The antlion is a fascinating insect with a unique life cycle, and its larvae are known for their clever hunting tactics.
As I walked through the dry, sandy area, I spotted an antlion perched on a blade of grass, its delicate wings fluttering rapidly.
The doodlebug, also known as the antlion larva, digs a conical pit in the sand to trap unsuspecting ants and other small insects.
Antlions are often mistaken for dragonflies due to their similar appearance, but they are actually a distinct species with some remarkable characteristics.
In the summer months, antlions can be found flitting about near sandy areas, searching for a mate or a place to lay their eggs.