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Cryptic Insect Lore and Mythic Creatures is a hard crossword puzzle with 11 clues covering . Play it online for free below, or create your own crossword with our free crossword maker.
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Cryptic Insect Lore and Mythic Creatures
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- 1. Cryptic genus name hinting at shadow-dwelling beetles in ancient fables
- 2. Butterflies and moths whose metamorphosis inspires ancient resurrection myths
- 3. Family of hawk moths, named for sphinx-like posture in mythic symbolism
- 4. Largest insect order of hardened wings—beetle myths abound in diverse cultures
- 6. Order of stick insects, masters of vegetative deception in entomologic lore
- 7. Louse suborder, parasites entwined in legends of corruption and impurity
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- 5. Iridescent invader with folklore ties in East Asia's agricultural myths
- 8. Scorpionflies, named for their cryptic tail—half insect, half mythic scorpion
- 9. Armored woodland jewel with mythic antlered silhouette, often revered
- 10. Greek mythical mantis spirit known for fierce predatory dance
- 11. Ant-like warriors forged from insect mythology and Homeric legend
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