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Sweep net

Sweep nets are sturdy nets, often with a canvas bag, that are used to collect insects and other invertebrates from long grass.

A photograph of a sweep net. Sweep nets are sturdy nets used to collect insects from long grass.

A photograph of a sweep net. Sweep nets are sturdy nets used to collect insects from long grass.

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