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Antlion

Myrmeleontidae

Photo by Smith Zoo
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Field Notes

Description:

± 3 cm - mostly grey/black

Habitat:

Visitor in the studio.

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Antlion

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Comments (4)
Smith Zoo
Wow! Ok yes I just assumed with the wings! But now at a second look you are right!!! Oh boy! gonna mark it as unknown for now quick! ;)
ForestDragon
Hi Smith Zoo! I just love this series. Your insect, however, looks to be an Antlion, Family Myrmeleontidae rather than a Dragonfly. I am unfamiliar with the species in your area so I can't help you much more than that. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antlion

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PublishedSeptember 11, 2013

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