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Sword-Bearing Conehead

Neoconocephalus ensiger

Sword-bearing coneheads are common in meadows, grassy areas, and pond edges. Their wings extend well beyond the rear end of their abdomen. Sword-bearing coneheads get their name from the female’s long, sword-like ovipositor as well as the black cone shape on the front of the head on both male and females.

Distribution of the Sword-bearing Conehead
Map modified from Singing Insects of North America (CC BY-SA 4.0)

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