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Japanese Scorpionfly

Panorpa japonica

About

A scorpionfly common in Japanese forests with spotted wings and a distinctive reddish-brown body. It feeds on dead insects and overripe fruit on the forest floor.

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Did You Know?

Japanese scorpionflies have been extensively studied for their complex mating rituals involving nuptial gifts and elaborate courtship displays.