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Arilus cristatus
Very small black and red insect with yellow tipped antennae that enjoys hanging out in my sunflower.
Gardens
Moulting has begun! So excited to be able to document this little guy
The proper common name for this beauty is a Wheel Bug. This one is a nymph, probably around 3 months old according to the main Bug Guide page for this species: http://bugguide.net/node/view/454