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Green Mantidfly

Zeugomantispa minuta

Photo by LuisStevens
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Field Notes

Description:

This insect looks like a mix of a green lacewing and a mantis because the wings are clear and delicately veined resembling those of lacewings and forelegs modified for catching prey (raptoria) and a head more characteristic of a praying mantis.

Habitat:

Plant in arid area.

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PublishedApril 13, 2015

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