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Look around you Panorpa cf. meridionalis, female. <br />
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Three species are described for the territory, P. meridionalis, P. communis and P. vulgaris.<br />
Recent findings suggest P.meridionalis the species the most representative. <br />
ID keys works perfectly when searching male characters such as their genitalia.<br />
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I&#039;ve requested ID for Panorpa meridionalis, however, in doubt I have identified this female as Panorpa cf. meridionalis. Animalia,Arthropoda,Insecta,Mecoptera,Panorpa,Panorpa meridionalis,Panorpidae,biodiversity,insects,scorpion fly Click/tap to enlarge Country intro

Look around you

Panorpa cf. meridionalis, female.

Three species are described for the territory, P. meridionalis, P. communis and P. vulgaris.
Recent findings suggest P.meridionalis the species the most representative.
ID keys works perfectly when searching male characters such as their genitalia.

I've requested ID for Panorpa meridionalis, however, in doubt I have identified this female as Panorpa cf. meridionalis.

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  1. Another stunning composition, really rare for people to have both scientific and artful skills :) Posted 9 years ago
    1. Thank you much for your recognition and consideration, Ferdy! Most grateful, cheers* Posted 9 years ago

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Panorpa meridionalis is a European species of scorpionfly. It was described by Rambur in 1842.

Similar species: Scorpionflies And Allies
Species identified by RMFelix
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By RMFelix

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Uploaded Feb 21, 2016. Captured Feb 20, 2016 13:48.
  • NIKON D7100
  • f/4.5
  • 1/640s
  • ISO160
  • 80mm