One BAD dude = Ambush bug

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This guy makes the assassin's I've shot look like teddy bears. Oh...and talk about stealth. I took shots of the butterfly for about 2 minutes before I realized "hey, that butterfly really isn't moving" and looked closer only to find the ambush bug.

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Genus: Jagged Ambush Bug (Phymata)
Species: Phymata fasciata

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It was so windy last night (about to storm) that he ended up dropping the skipper...this was after that and he didn't look happy.
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love the detail!! and I have to agree with above lol Where did you find this cutie? lol
 
Thanks guys. He was in one of my Butterfly Bushes. back in between the blooms almost completely hidden.
 
Man that is one freaky bug. Even as far as insects go!
 

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