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Large Milkweed Bug

Oncopeltus fasciatus

Photo by James McNair
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Milkweed Bugs feed on the seeds and flower nectar of Milkweed plants. The bright black and orange colors of the bugs are a warning to birds and other predators that they have a bad taste.

Habitat:

Back yard

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