Antlion

Antlions native to Realm 90: Shrinktopia are of normal size (tiny). They still dwarf ants by comparrison, being the equivalent of a small dragon to a humanoid.
Similar to Antlings, antlions are susceptible to cerebral fungus, causing them to behave atypically violent and lose their agency.
Antlions burrow in dirt and sand, and can use pits to trap ant and other creatures tinier than itself. Antlions are insects, and have pincer-like mandables.

Basic Information

Growth Rate & Stages

Antlions have a larval form, a pupal state, and an adult form.

Ecology and Habitats

Antlions live in most non-arctic climates, and prey on ants and other small insects. They are considered beneficial predators.

Additional Information

Domestication

Antlings have been known to tame Antlions as beasts of burden or battle mounts.

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Antlions have tremorsense, being able to detect vibrations underground.

by Midjourney

_{An antlion suffering from cerebral fungus}

Scientific Name

Myrmeleontidae