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Raptorial forelegs, giving them a distinctive Preying Mantis appearance. Very long 'neck'. Some are brightly coloured, mimicking wasps. [45 Aust. species] |
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References:
Insects of Australia (Chapter 34: Neuroptera)
New, T.R.
CSIRO, Division of Entomology
1137pp (2 volumes), Melbourne University Press, 2nd Edition 1999.
Page 538
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