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Beetles, Bugs and Insects without Obvious Wings

damsel bug, Nabis spp.

Damsel Bug Appearance:

This bug is 1/4 inch long.

Where/When: Found in agricultural fields, gardens, and other habitats.   Active spring and summer.
Significance: General predator feeding on aphids, thrips, leafhoppers, and other soft-bodied insects.
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