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Scorpionfly

Panorpa sp

Description:

Male scorpionflies have a bulbous end to their upturned abdomens, resembling a scorpion's tail. They do not sting, however. Most have tan wings with black markings.

Habitat:

Marshland

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HeidiEaton
Spotted by
HeidiEaton

Wisconsin, USA

Spotted on Jun 25, 2011
Submitted on Jan 1, 2013

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