Beetle: I think it is a Carabid also known as a Ground beetle. Its a predator and feeds on caterpillars,beetles,and ear wigs.

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Dec 12, 2016 22:53:15 #

evenic Loc: South Australia

I think it is a Carabid also known as a Ground beetle. Its a predator and feeds on caterpillars,beetles,and ear wigs.

Dec 13, 2016 04:16:16 #

DOOK Loc: Maclean, Australia

Hi Yvonne. Great pics. Luv those pincers--ouch.

Dec 13, 2016 06:43:11 #

rlaugh Loc: Michigan & Florida

Great closeups!

Dec 13, 2016 09:13:13 #

docshark Loc: Millersville, PA

A Carabid for sure. Looks like a Big Headed Ground Beetle (Scarites subterraneus).
-Doc

Dec 13, 2016 12:02:39 #

rwilson1942 Loc: Houston, TX

Dec 13, 2016 12:28:03 #

CathyAnn Loc: Apache Junction, AZ

Nice shots! Interesting critter.

Dec 13, 2016 16:21:56 #

Dixiegirl Loc: Alabama gulf coast

He might look ferocious, but it sounds like he's a good one to have in the garden. Super shots, Yvonne!

Dec 14, 2016 00:34:47 #

Mark Sturtevant Loc: Grand Blanc, MI

Yep. That is a carabid.

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