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Mygalomorphs (Suborder Mygalomorphae)Observer
drpamenariDescription
Half dollar in size; wolf-spider shape; but less hair like a trap-door spider; low energy likely due to colder temperatures
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Orange Beggar (Eubaphe unicolor)Observer
drpamenariDescription
Peach with a hint of orange colored moth; dime sized; outside office door; morning temperature 55 degrees. **notice how unused leg (second photo) is tucked away along side abdomen.
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Mallophora fautrixObserver
drpamenariDescription
Found in Wooded Dallas backyard. Didn't observe behavior. Very fuzzy like a bee but more fly-like in shape/style.
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American Snout (Libytheana carinenta)Observer
drpamenariDescription
Leaf-mimicking butterfly. Unbelievable resemblance to a fallen brown leaf including shape and texture. Did not move. Very tolerante to my close proximity. One shorter front left leg. Looked very healthy after flying away.
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Texas Ironclad Beetle (Zopherus nodulosus ssp. haldemani)Observer
drpamenariDescription
Cookies and cream colored beetle. Two within short vicinity. Very slow.
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Shovel-headed Garden Worm (Bipalium kewense)Observer
drpamenariDescription
Earthworm with hammerhead shark head. Very long and thin. More flat than round. Found on concrete after heavy rains.
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Steller's Jay (Cyanocitta stelleri)Observer
drpamenariDescription
Beautiful and intelligent bird. Looked like a bluejay with a black head. Wouldn't turn around for the camera.
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Common Green June Beetle (Cotinis nitida)Observer
drpamenariDescription
Emerald green beetle. Quarter size.
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Cedar Waxwing (Bombycilla cedrorum)Observer
drpamenariDescription
Yellow tail feathers. Orange feathers under wings. Cause of death, unknown.
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Eight-spotted Forester Moth (Alypia octomaculata)Observer
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Black moth. Four large white spots. Two yellow streaks towards head. Very friendly.
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Genus PeckhamiaObserver
drpamenariDescription
Photo taken in backyard of old law office. Woody area with active carpenter ants. Spider very much resembled carpenter ant in shape and color combo.
