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Attack of the Assassin Bug!

We receive many user photo submissions often identifying that insect as an assassin bug. The problem with this insect, though, is that in its different stages, the assassin bug can look quite different. The photography showcase below shows us the Wheel Bug, which is a type of assassin bug (shown below in adult form) and one commonly submitted to us. The images below show in clear detail the entire process of assault and offer up a glimpse into a world that few of us ever stop to admire. So with a special thanks to Jim S. of State College, Pennsylvania, for taking the time to photograph this natural action occurring and for the kind submission to www.InsectIdentification.org for placement on our site, we ask that you enjoy the following series of images detailing a Wheel bug attack on a beetle.

Wheel Bug - Assassin Bug
Photo Courtesy of Jim S. from State College, PA - USA
 
Wheel Bug - Assassin Bug
Photo Courtesy of Jim S. from State College, PA - USA
 
Wheel Bug - Assassin Bug
Photo Courtesy of Jim S. from State College, PA - USA
 
Wheel Bug - Assassin Bug
Photo Courtesy of Jim S. from State College, PA - USA
 
Wheel Bug - Assassin Bug
Photo Courtesy of Jim S. from State College, PA - USA

 

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