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Field Notes

Description:

Flaky, delicate material. Reminds us of a snake skin that has been shed

Habitat:

Backyard dark soil

Notes:

Found while weeding the flower beds

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (2)
ForestDragon
I agree with Doren. This looks like the remnants of a mantis ootheca (egg case). I have moved this to the Arthropods category for you.
Doren B
Looks much like a Preying Mantis egg case. That is a good sign for your garden.

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Backyard Bugs of Pennsylvania

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PublishedApril 25, 2016

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