Wheel Bug (Arilus cristatus)

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38.7391, -104.819

Field Notes

Description:

Large, distinctive insect, about 30 mm in body length.

Habitat:

South-facing grassland slope, with Gambel's Oak thickets, and scattered conifers, mostly pine and juniper.

Reference Links:

Bug Eric: Dinosaur Bug

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Nayeli

Great capture!

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Wheel Bug

Arilus cristatus

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38.7391, -104.819

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