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Leafhopper Assassin Bug

Zelus renardii

Photo by Ava T-B
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Field Notes

Description:

This preditory bug is about 1/2 inch or slightly longer. It preys on other bugs by grabbing them and stabbing them!

Habitat:

Native to Southern California and other areas of the south, including Mexico, but has spread far out of this region.

Notes:

Here seen on an eggplant leaf.

Reference Links:

Zelus renardii - Wikipedia, Leafhopper Assassin Bug

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