The antlion is an insect belonging to the family Myrmeleontidae. It is known for its unique larval stage, where it creates conical pits in sandy or loose soil to trap unsuspecting prey, primarily ants. The larvae are often referred to as "doodlebugs" due to the distinctive trails they leave in the sand while searching for a suitable location to build their traps. Adult antlions resemble dragonflies and have long, slender bodies with large, net-like wings. They are typically nocturnal and are attracted to lights at night. After mating, female antlions lay their eggs in sandy areas, where the larvae will eventually emerge and begin their predatory behavior.