Entomology

Stick Insects and Leaf Insects

Stick Insects and Leaf Insects Latin: Phasmida — Relevance to Fly Fishing:    Phasmatodea, consisting of stick and leaf insects, are known for their impressive camouflage abilities, mimicking plant parts...

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Snakeflies

Snakeflies Latin: Raphidioptera — Relevance to Fly Fishing:    Snakeflies are elongated insects with a distinctive neck-like structure, predatory larvae, and adults that feed on other insects, often found in...

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Scorpionflies

Scorpionflies Latin: Mecoptera — Relevance to Fly Fishing:    Scorpionflies are insects with elongated bodies and beak-like mouths, some of which have a scorpion-like appearance due to their modified abdomens....

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Mayflies

Mayflies Latin: Ephemeroptera — Relevance to Fly Fishing:    Mayflies are aquatic insects known for their short adult lives, ephemeral presence, and importance to aquatic ecosystems. Where you can find...

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Mantises

Mantises Latin: Mantodea — Relevance to Fly Fishing:    Mantises are predatory insects with raptorial legs, known for their distinct, prayer-like stance and their ability to turn their heads. Where...

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Lacewings, Antlions, and Owlflies

Lacewings, Antlions, and Owlflies Latin: Neuroptera — Relevance to Fly Fishing:    Neuroptera includes lacewings, antlions, and owlflies, insects with net-like wings and predatory larvae known for their pit-trap hunting...

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Grasshoppers, Crickets, and Katydids

Grasshoppers, Crickets, and Katydids Latin: Orthoptera — Relevance to Fly Fishing:    Orthoptera includes grasshoppers, crickets, and katydids, insects with strong hind legs for jumping and a diverse range of...

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