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Boxelder Bug

Boisea trivittata

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Field Notes

Description:

This little nest of boxelder bug nymphs was found inside the bulb of a (currently) unknown plant.

Notes:

The boxelder bug (Boisea trivittata) is a North American species of true bug. It is found primarily on boxelder trees, as well as maple and ash trees. The adults are about 12.5 millimetres (0.49 in) long with a dark brown or black coloration, relieved by red wing veins and markings on the abdomen; nymphs are bright red.

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