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Scorpion fly

Panorpa

Description:

The common name for this fly is associated with the male’s tendency to curl up his abdomen, giving the appearance of a scorpion’s stinger.

Habitat:

Grandfather Mountain

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Maria dB
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Maria dB

North Carolina, USA

Spotted on May 23, 2015
Submitted on Jun 24, 2015

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