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Wheel Bug

Arilus cristatus

Photo by CarlosPerez
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Description:

Bug

Species ID Suggestions

Wheel Bug

Arilus cristatus

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Kyle A
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Kyle A
Nice spotting. Please note that wheel bugs can deliver a nasty bite if mishandled. Thanks for sharing.
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PublishedSeptember 6, 2014

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