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Field Notes

Habitat:

Natural wetland

Notes:

This larva was hanging out in a pool of water on top of a lily pad. The head end is oriented to the right in each of the 3 shots. Any insight will be appreciated! :-)

I am placing this in "Other" until I know more.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (1)

This may be a soldier fly larva, family Stratiomyidae. (Example: http://biosnaps.gaiaresources.com.au/bdrs-core/public/speciesInfo.htm?spid=2013&mode=fieldguide )

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PublishedAugust 21, 2012

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