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🧚 Lacewings & Antlions

Split-banded Owlfly

Ascaloptynx appendiculatus

About

A striking North American owlfly with a bold dark band across each forewing. Inhabits dry grasslands and open woodland in the eastern states.

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Did You Know?

Males defend aerial territories and engage in dramatic dogfight-like chases with rival males.