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5014445 - Bicyrtes quadrifasciatus
Copyright © 2005 Rob Curtis

5014445 - Bicyrtes quadrifasciatus
Panther Creek SP, Illinois, USA
August 29, 2005
Size: 1" to 1.25" est
I think these are two views of the same species, but there were at least 6 or 7 types at this large mound of sand. Might this be Bicyrtes quadrifasciata?

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5014445 - Bicyrtes quadrifasciatus 5014445 - Bicyrtes quadrifasciatus
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Contributed by Rob Curtis on 3 February, 2006 - 12:37pm
Last updated 3 February, 2006 - 5:23pm

Yes.
Broad white bands on the abdomen help set the species apart from others, plus its relatively large size. Nice image.
… Eric R. Eaton, 3 February, 2006 - 12:46pm login or register to post comments

 
Thanks. That was sure quick!
Thanks. That was sure quick!
… Rob Curtis, 3 February, 2006 - 1:06pm login or register to post comments

 
Moved
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… Chuck Entz, 3 February, 2006 - 5:24pm login or register to post comments

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