False Bombardier Beetle

Subject:  Insect
Geographic location of the bug:  Oklahoma
Date: 02/26/2018
Time: 01:19 AM EDT
Your letter to the bugman:  Just wondering what bug this is
How you want your letter signed:  Diana

False Bombardier Beetle

Dear Diana,
This is a False Bombardier Beetle.  According to BugGuide:  “Adults eat other insects, especially caterpillars” and “Caution: These beetles have chemical defenses.”

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