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🧚 Lacewings & Antlions

Egyptian Spoonwing

Nemoptera aegyptiaca

About

A North African spoonwing with striking wing patterns and long trailing hindwings. Found in arid habitats from Egypt across the Saharan fringe.

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Did You Know?

Ancient Egyptians may have depicted this insect in tomb art due to its ethereal appearance.