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True BugsWhat’s this black and red bug?
I’ve found a few of these on my milkweed plant. They showed up after the aphids took over. Perhaps this black-and-red bug is an aphid killer (hopefully)?
Bonnie
Hi Bonnie,
Large Milkweed Bugs are not predators. They feed on the seeds of the milkweed. They will not harm the plant, but will reduce the number of viable seeds produced.
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