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Large Milkweed Bug

Oncopeltus fasciatus

Description:

After feeding on milkweed plant or seeds, the insects accumulate toxic glycosides in their bodies. This, combined with warning orange color, protects them against predators.

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JC_Forester
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JC_Forester

Ewing, Virginia, USA

Spotted on May 25, 2013
Submitted on May 25, 2013

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