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Antlion

Myrmeleontidae

Description:

± 3 cm - mostly grey/black

Habitat:

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4 Comments

Smith Zoo
Smith Zoo 10 years ago

I agree staccyh!

staccyh
staccyh 10 years ago

So cute!! <3

Smith Zoo
Smith Zoo 10 years ago

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
ForestDragon 10 years ago

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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Western Cape, South Africa

Spotted on Mar 9, 2013
Submitted on Sep 11, 2013

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