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Ant Lion (Mature)

Distoleon tetragrammicus

Description:

A club-antennaed, winged arthropod famous for its larval stage's ability to trap ants in pits in the sand. Also called a "doodlebug" for its tendency to draw designs in the sand.

Habitat:

Moderate desert climates

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MilesAustinCox
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MilesAustinCox

Los Angeles, California, USA

Spotted on Aug 10, 2011
Submitted on Jan 28, 2012

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