Female Dobsonfly

Subject:  mud bug
Geographic location of the bug:  texas hill country
Date: 08/25/2021
Time: 01:55 PM EDT
Your letter to the bugman:  an odd bug in the mud! probably about 3 inches long! it was very dark out, sorry the picture isn’t great. thank you for your help!
How you want your letter signed:  curious, again

Female Dobsonfly

Dear curious, again,
This is a female Dobsonfly.  She is not dangerous, but stay away from those mandibles.  She is prepared to defend herself and she may deliver a painful nip if you don’t handle with respect. 

Thank you, Daniel! What a neat bug. I love her wings. J
Sharing one more pic below. Thanks again and take care!

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Location: Texas hill country