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What type of bug is this #651005

Asked June 15, 2020, 12:42 AM EDT

Can you tell me what bug this is ?

Multnomah County Oregon

Expert Response

Thank you for the images.

Lucky you! The insect is a soldier beetle, Podabrus pruinosus, and is considered to be a beneficial insect. This is an adult which feeds on nectar and on aphids, some of which are on aphids on the underside of the leaf just above the beetle.

Jean R. Natter; Master Gardener Diagnostician (metro counties, Oregon) Replied June 15, 2020, 1:07 AM EDT

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