Pale Green Assassin Bug Nymph (Zelus luridus)
Hello Everyone!
This is my first sighting of this rather fascinating bug which is native to North America. Also known as a Long Legged Assassin Bug, this insect is a predator of other insects. It lives on the leaves of deciduous trees and shrubs within forested areas. It hunts with sticky traps which are on its front legs. It will put its forelegs in the air, then wait for prey to come and get stuck! They most commonly prey on small insects like flies or wasps, but are also known to capture more sedentary insects such as caterpillars. Apparently their bites are very painful to humans because there are toxins in its saliva. Good thing I didn't try to touch it!
Thanks a million for stopping by and for your comments. I do appreciate hearing from you! Have a marvelous day!
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Pale Green Assassin Bug Nymph (Zelus luridus)
Hello Everyone!
This is my first sighting of this rather fascinating bug which is native to North America. Also known as a Long Legged Assassin Bug, this insect is a predator of other insects. It lives on the leaves of deciduous trees and shrubs within forested areas. It hunts with sticky traps which are on its front legs. It will put its forelegs in the air, then wait for prey to come and get stuck! They most commonly prey on small insects like flies or wasps, but are also known to capture more sedentary insects such as caterpillars. Apparently their bites are very painful to humans because there are toxins in its saliva. Good thing I didn't try to touch it!
Thanks a million for stopping by and for your comments. I do appreciate hearing from you! Have a marvelous day!
©Copyright - Nancy Clark - All Rights Reserved