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True Bugs
 
 

There are 11 True Bugs in the Insect Identification database.

Picture of a Aphids.

Aphids
Category: True Bug
Tiny and lime-green in color, these insects suck the juice of plants. They are a popular nemesis to gardeners and farmers when they form large colonies. Some species of lady beetles and wasps eat them. However, some aphids are toxic, a defense mecha... READ MORE

Picture of a Bed Bug.

Bed Bug
Category: True Bug
The body is flat, rusty red color - sometimes purple or even brown (red after feeding). Sizes range from 4mm to 6mm. Antennae are present and appear quite slender and segmented. Short stubby legs compliment the short - almost unseen - stubby wings. B... READ MORE

Picture of a Boxelder Bug.

Boxelder Bug
Category: True Bug
Boxelder Bugs commonly congregate alongside homes or trees near a female Boxelder and in full view of the sun. They are identifiable by the distinct black and red coloring on their bodies (the red appearing as stripes against the black). Boxelder bug... READ MORE

Picture of a Brown Marmorated Stink Bug.

Brown Marmorated Stink Bug
Category: True Bug
The Brown Marmorated Stink Bug is a pest to a large variety of fruit-bearing trees and plants, leaving circular damaged areas on leaves. Originally from Asia, the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug made its way to North America and has been a pest ever s... READ MORE

Picture of a Candy-striped Leafhopper.

Candy-striped Leafhopper
Category: True Bug
The bold coloration on this species of leafhopper make it unique. When threatened, leafhoppers will cock their hing legs and jump away from potential predators. This species is commonly found on blackberry canes and other ornamental plants. ... READ MORE

Picture of a Giant Water Bug.

Giant Water Bug
Category: True Bug
Large insect species with noticeable foreleg pincers. Mostly flat and oval shaped with dead leaf-like coloring. The Giant Water Bug is known to play dead in order to escape predators. It is also able to deliver a painful bite when disturbed or threat... READ MORE

Picture of a Leaf-Footed Bug.

Leaf-Footed Bug
Category: True Bug
These large plant-eaters have thick thighs, often with spikes on them. They make a loud noise when they fly and can emit an odor when bothered. Most species are found in the south United States.... READ MORE

Picture of a Milkweed Bug.

Milkweed Bug
Category: True Bug
Adult milkweed bugs do not seem to damage garden and field crops. They drink the nectar of various plants as well as the milkweed plant, their namesake. Adults may be seen in huge numbers on warm winter days as they overwinter. This species lay... READ MORE

Picture of a Rosy Apple Aphid.

Rosy Apple Aphid
Category: True Bug
Rosy Apple Aphids are a huge pest in apple orchards and plantain farms. Their juice-sucking activity on the trees both shrivel leaves and deform fruit. The change color and shape as they age. Pale green eggs are laid and these eggs turn black. ... READ MORE

Picture of a Squash Bug.

Squash Bug
Category: True Bug
Squash bugs are similar in appearance to Stink bugs. Both emit an odor when crushed, but squash bugs tend to feed on melons and squash while stink bugs feed on legumes. Squash bugs suck on the juices of plant stems, leaves and fruits, leaving gap... READ MORE

Picture of a Wheel Bug.

Wheel Bug
Category: True Bug
Noted for their painful bite when disturbed or nonchalant handling. A member of the Assassin Bug family, this insect attacks its prey (other insects) with vicious stabbing motions using the 'fang' at the front of its head. The Wheel Bug is best ident... READ MORE
 
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