Jambo 🐜 Small creatures
Antlion
Myrmeleontidae
Photo : Charles J. Sharp, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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KrugerRare
Masai MaraRare
AmboseliRare
TsavoRare
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Its larva digs a funnel trap in the sand to catch ants.
Tracker tip
🎯 Look for small craters in fine sand sheltered from rain.
Where to see it
Kruger : rare · Masai Mara : rare · Amboseli : rare · Tsavo : rare
In the collections
It belongs to the Little Five (the "little" namesakes of the big five). Complete the collection in Jambo Tembo to earn a bonus.
FAQ
Where can I see a antlion on safari?
The antlion lives in all four parks covered by Jambo Tembo. It's easiest to spot in Kruger and Masai Mara and Amboseli and Tsavo (rare).
How do I recognise a antlion?
Its larva digs a funnel trap in the sand to catch ants. With Jambo Tembo, one photo is enough: the AI recognises it (Myrmeleontidae) offline.