October 31, 2010 A technical glitch wiped out all of the categories for the more than 900 posts we did in July, August and September (and part of October). We could really use your assistance. If you happen to notice any fabulous postings in that time period that are uncategorized, please bring it to our … Read more
Scorpionfly Location: Austin, TX October 31, 2010 1:36 pm Hi, thought you’d like this picture I took of a male scorpionfly on the rock wall of our house (Austin, TX, on 10/27/10). It was about 1-1.5 inches long. I didn’t know what it was until I found it on your site. Signature: Lauren Hi Lauren, … Read more
What is this bug Location: Pittsburgh, PA October 25, 2010 8:41 am It was outside our work. Looks prehistoric. any Giant Stink Bug? Location: Pittsburgh PA October 25, 2010 1:28 pm Hi, I took this photo yesterday (10/24/2010) of a large bug in my driveway. This is in SouthWestern Pennsylvania which is under a stink … Read more
Large Tegenaria, not sure what type Location: Nova Scotia, Canada October 30, 2010 7:51 pm Saw this spider outside my house Oct26,2010 late fall in Nova Scotia, Canada. Very large spider for these parts, body 1.5cm long, tip to tip from legs was around 8cm. I think its a Tegenaria but not sure if its … Read more
unknown bug Location: Oklahoma City October 30, 2010 2:56 pm I’ve heard it’s a Japanese Suicide Bug & a Wheel Bug. I’d love to know what it is. Thanks Signature: @ScottMo Dear ScottMo, Wheel Bug is the approved common name for North America’s largest Assassin Bug, but we are quite intrigued with the name Japanese … Read more
Mosquito Mosquito Location: Mid-Missouri October 30, 2010 11:50 pm I finally lucked out. I have been wanting to get a shot of a mosquito for awhile and never can. Maybe it’s just me, but I can not just grab my gear and take a photo while they feed on me. I rarely see them other … Read more