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Bee Killer Assassin Bug

Apiomerus vexillarius

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Field Notes

Description:

Big Reduviidae of about 1 inch long (little less) with two bright red appendages that really stand out.
Apparently only females have these distinctive red flags.

Reference Links:

Apiomerus vexillarius Champion, 1899 -- Discover Life

Species ID Suggestions

Bee Killer Assassin Bug

Apiomerus vexillarius
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Comments (3)
tmvdh
You should add the name ;-).
tmvdh
It's a female of Apiomerus vexillarius.

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The Color Red
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Animals with Warning Colors
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Insects of Costa Rica
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2016 Best Wildlife Photo
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PublishedMay 26, 2016

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