Eremobates formicarius, commonly known as the antlion, is a fascinating insect belonging to the family Myrmeleontidae. It is characterized by its unique predatory behavior and distinctive appearance. With a body length of about 2 centimeters, it has long, slender wings and large, sickle-shaped mandibles. Found in arid regions of North America, this insect constructs cone-shaped pits in sandy soil to trap ants and other small insects, using its mandibles to capture and consume its prey.