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Leafhopper Assassin Bug

Zelus renardii

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Field Notes

Description:

Long assassin bug with red and black wings. The legs are green. This one was enjoying a small beetle for breakfast.

Habitat:

Willow tree in riparian area. Found throughout the sw US and Baja California.

Reference Links:

Species Zelus renardii - Leafhopper Assassin Bug - BugGuide.Net

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PublishedSeptember 14, 2013

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