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Mantispidae, Mantidflies/Mantid lacewing

Neuroptera

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Field Notes

Description:

Looks like an Antlion and a Mantis....?
Mantispidae, known commonly as mantidflies, mantispids, mantid lacewings or mantis-flies.

Notes:

Found at night.

Reference Links:

Mantispidae - Wikipedia

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (2)
bayucca
Yes, mantispid or mantisfly.

Spotted for Missions

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El mini-mundo de Costa Rica
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Insects of Costa Rica
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Backyard Habitats of the World
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Life in Costa Rica
Photographed
PublishedAugust 25, 2017

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