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Assassin Bugs

Zelus luridus

Photo by beaker98
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Field Notes

Habitat:

Deciduous/coniferous habitat

Notes:

Assuming these two are mating, I found it interesting that the male has his proboscis pointing directly at the female's head. I tried to find some info on assassin bug mating, but found nothing that would explain this.

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PublishedJune 10, 2014

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