Glenurus gratus
Glenurus gratus: https://marylandbiodiversity.com/species/14647
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This breathtaking antlion has become a favorite at MBP for its dazzling pink and black markings on its wings. It is found throughout the southeastern United States, but reaches the northern limits of its range in Maryland and southern New Jersey. It is found in wooded areas on the Piedmont and Coastal Plain of Maryland.

Description

Adults are large and distinctive. The bold pattern of dark and pink at the tips of the wings is diagnostic.

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Unlike other antlion species, Glenurus gratus larvae do not make pitfalls in sand. They live in tree holes where they feed on ants and other small invertebrates.

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Glenurus gratus
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Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Neuroptera
Family: Myrmeleontidae
Genus: Glenurus
Species:
G. gratus
Binomial name
Glenurus gratus
(Say, 1839)

Glenurus gratus, also known as the pleasing picture-winged antlion, is a species of antlion in the family Myrmeleontidae. It is found in North America.[1][2][3]

References

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  1. ^ "Glenurus gratus Report". Integrated Taxonomic Information System. Archived from the original on 2016-07-29. Retrieved 2019-09-24.
  2. ^ "Glenurus gratus". GBIF. Retrieved 2019-09-24.

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