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Beneficial/Neutral Insects

Beetles, Bugs and Insects with Obvious Wings

	Appearance:	Shiny black, 2 inches in length. Abdomen is particularly long and slender.
	Where/When:	Can be found in rural, suburban, and urban settings. Active from July to August.
	Significance:	Parasitizes June beetle larvae (white grubs). Not aggressive towards people. May attempt to poke a person with its abdomen if mishandled but it rarely can penetrate human skin.