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Holcocephala
Gnat ogres are tiny flying insects that look like little monsters! They are often found buzzing around in warm, sunny places and can be quite playful.
Habitat: Urban areas
The Gnat Ogres has a robust, often metallic body, large bulging eyes, and spiky legs. Its short, broad wings are usually clear or tinted, and it sports a distinct bristly "beard" around its mouth, making it look fearsome.
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Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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A Gnat Ogre can turn its head almost completely around to spot prey.
Its spiky legs are covered in tiny hooks to grip slippery insect bodies.
Some Gnat Ogres mimic bees or wasps to fool predators and get close to prey.
They're called "ogres" because they fiercely hunt even tiny, annoying gnats!
Gnat Ogres can snatch flying insects right out of the air because of their incredible speed and agile flight.
Gnat Ogres has enormous compound eyes that help them spot tiny prey from far away.
Gnat Ogres can securely hold struggling prey with their strong, spiky legs that act like a gripping basket.
Gnat Ogres has a sharp proboscis that helps them inject venom to paralyze prey instantly.
A Gnat Ogre is a swift hunter that preys on many kinds of smaller insects flying in the air.
Culex pipiens
A primary food source for adults.

Drosophila melanogaster
Often catches these small flies in flight.
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Tyrannus tyrannus
A common bird predator in their range.

Phrynosoma cornutum
Lizards often feast on various insects.
Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring.
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
This trait identifies organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of animal tissue.
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Pertaining to species that are significantly smaller than typical or average for their kind.
This trait identifies organisms that exhibit exceptional swiftness in movement for hunting, escape, or travel.
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
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Danger
1/5 · Very low
Gnat ogres are harmless, but it's best not to swat at them.
8-25 mm
5-15 mm
15-45 days
25 km/h
A Gnat Ogre is a swift hunter that preys on many kinds of smaller insects flying in the air.
Urban areas
Ambush
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