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some kind of true bug - Zelus
Copyright © 2009 Gerardine Vargas

some kind of true bug - Zelus
tucson, pima County, Arizona, USA
February 9, 2009
Size: 13 mm body
ID would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.

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some kind of true bug - Zelus some kind of true bug - Zelus some kind of true bug - Zelus
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Contributed by Gerardine Vargas on 10 February, 2009 - 1:45am
Last updated 10 February, 2009 - 11:37am

Perhaps Zelus sp.
Let's see what the experts say though.
… Chris Mallory, 10 February, 2009 - 2:29am login or register to post comments

 
Yes.
Not certain of the species, though, and the genus is a real mess that needs revision anyway.
… Eric R. Eaton, 10 February, 2009 - 10:44am login or register to post comments

 
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Thanks Chris and Eric, for the ID. Much appreciated.
… Gerardine Vargas, 14 February, 2009 - 1:09am login or register to post comments

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