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Shield-backed Katydid

Atlanticus sp.

Photo by ForestDragon
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37.38, -77.56

Field Notes

Description:

Likely one of the Eastern Sheildbacks. Robust insect with a large protonum. Very short wings. Grayish-brown with dark markings.

Habitat:

Temperate woodland. Pocahontas State Park, Virginia.

Reference Links:

Genus Atlanticus - Eastern Shieldbacks - BugGuide.Net

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Pocahontas State Park, Virginia

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PublishedOctober 21, 2018

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