While hanging out with the WooFPAK at their home in Maryland, WooFDriver observed this very interesting looking Wheel Bug (Arilus cristatus)! Wheel Bugs have a very distinctive shape and the young nymphs can be identified by their noticeable red abdomens. They prey on a wide variety of insects and can be found hunting around flowers where pollinators are feeding. It is advised that you do not handle these creatures as they can cause a painful, numbing bite!!
Here are a couple links to learn more about the Wheel Bug:
dhttps://www.marylandbiodiversity.com/view/10191
https://carnegiemnh.org/poisons-carnegie-wheel-bug/
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