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Giant Agave Bug - Acanthocephala thomasi
Copyright © 2013 Bob Miller

Giant Agave Bug - Acanthocephala thomasi
Page Springs Hatchery, 1600 N Page Springs Rd, Cornville, Yavapai County, Arizona, USA
April 24, 2013
Size: About 2" or more
Was only able to get this side shot before it flew away, loudly! Am I correct in this identification and is it possible to know male or female? Thanks!
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Contributed by Bob Miller on 30 April, 2013 - 1:05pm
Last updated 30 April, 2013 - 4:05pm

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Moved from ID Request. Thank you for the input Ross.
… Bob Miller, 30 April, 2013 - 4:01pm login or register to post comments

Right ID…
A female is suggested based on the appearance of the hind femora.

See reference here.
… Ross Hill, 30 April, 2013 - 1:22pm login or register to post comments

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