Lacewing (Nallachius americanus) ovipositing

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Pleasing lacewing (Nallachius americanus), female ovipositing into a live tulip poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera) bark. She had just finished mating. If you watch closely, you can see a couple of eggs sliding down the ovipositor. Rock Creek Park, Washington, DC, USA. 5 July 2014. In this video, the original material has been stabilised.

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Katja Schulz

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