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Description:

I found this enigmatic wasp-like insect on a sunny afternoon, resting in the shadow of a domestic plant. It was quite large (approx. 5 cm long).
If anyone knows what this could be, I'd appreciate a classifiction! :)

Species ID Suggestions

spotted cranefly

Nephrotoma appendiculata
KarenSaxton
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Cranefly

Ctenophora flaveolata

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Jacob Gorneau
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Jacob Gorneau
Ctenophora flaveolata is an excellent wasp mimic!
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PublishedMay 8, 2013

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