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Camouflaged larvae of the owlfly (Neuroptera: Ascalaphidae). The larvae usually live concealed and camouflaged in ground litter or under stones, lying in wait for prey. A. Well camouflaged with small stones. B. Carbonized plant residue is used as camouflage here. C. Reconstruction of a yet uncamouflaged owlfly larva (Neuroptera).