Anyone know what kind of bug this was from?

[CoughlinPhotog.]

Anyone know what insect this [shell?] is from? Thought it was pretty interesting...

 

[dreameruk]

i think its the exuviae of a dragonfly. was it found near water?

 

[CoughlinPhotog.]

i think its the exuviae of a dragonfly. was it found near water?

Nope, no water nearby at all!

 

[CoughlinPhotog.]

I think I found the answer to my own question...
I think it's a cicada exuviae!

 

[Deleted member 3428]

Yes it is a cicada skin for sure. Take a look here at this brilliant photo by "mjp" for a confirmation Linky

 

[Mike.P]

Take a look here at this brilliant photo by "mjp" for a confirmation Linky

Talk about being in the right place at the right time .. superb