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Wheel Bug

Arilus cristatus

Photo by Lowell
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Field Notes

Description:

Large scaly type

Habitat:

Backyard

Species ID Suggestions

Wheel Bug

Arilus cristatus
Jacob Gorneau
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Jacob Gorneau
Wonderful! Be careful when releasing this insect as the bite is extremely painful. Here is an article: http://archinte.jamanetwork.com/Mobile/article.aspx?articleid=534468

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Creatures of Pennsylvania
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Nature in the Yard Project NorthEastern US
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National Geographic's Great Nature Project
Photographed
PublishedAugust 17, 2013

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