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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1948
Page
8
A mysterious insect found near Amarillo elicits varied identifications from locals. Experts describe the ichneumon fly, a beneficial parasitoid of tree borers, detailing its life cycle and anatomy. Witnesses report adults emerging from willow trees and flexing to move, while amateur identifications differ.
A naturalist recounts observing Ichneumon flies in a park, detailing how these parasites lay eggs in other insects and how the emerging larvae devastate hosts. The piece notes the fly’s long abdomen and three tails, two acting as drills and one as an ovipositor, highlighting its role in controlling plant lice caterpillars and other pests.
A detailed observation describes an Ichneumon wasp prospecting a tree with nerve like movements. She locates a larva beneath the bark and uses a multi tail drill to deposit an egg, possibly guided by vibrations from the concealed prey.
An entomologist notes the ich neumon My fly, common in the area and found on dead jun wood, rarely biting humans. The Texas A&M report on the case is expected within days, detailing the uncommon insect’s behavior and potential relevance to a death.
A noisy compilation lists films at Paramount State CAMNOL RIALTO and Rex venues with stars like Esther Williams Charles Laughton Allan Ladd Veronica Lake George Raft Joan Bennett and Joan Bennett plus various cartoons. It includes showtimes around 1:00 and later, plus drive in and night club listings with orchestras and dance acts.
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