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Common Scorpion Fly (Panorpa communis) (2)

Common Scorpion Fly (Panorpa communis) (2)

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Arnd Sturm


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Common Scorpion Fly (Panorpa communis) (2)

The name scorpion fly comes from the shape of the male's tail, resembling that of a scorpion. Despite their appearance, they are harmless and do not sting. The tip of the tail has a pair of claspers which he uses when mating with the female.

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