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Longhorn BeetlesWhat bug is this?
May 28, 2009
Had a few people look at this, yet nobody could identify it properly. The common consensus is that it looks like some kind of wasp. But I’m unable to locate anything like it with numerous google searches. I’m hoping you can enlighten me.
Thank you!
Marcus J
Northern Utah, USA
Red Headed Ash Borer
Hi Marcus,
This is a Red Headed Ash Borer, Neoclytus acuminatus. It is commonly believed that is mimics wasps for protection. Read more about the Red Headed Ash Borer on BugGuide.
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