While checking out the Coneflowers the other day we came across this really cool insect called an Assassin bug.
At one point we found them stalking prey in their world of flowers. The other insect noticed the Assassin on their trail and quickly hopped away avoiding becoming a meal.
Assassin Bugs are ambush hunters that use their long rostrum to inject digestive enzymes into their prey. Their bite is said to be quite painful yet without long term consequences.
So from now on I will be keeping my eyes open and hands a safe distance from this guys home in the coneflowers as summer carries on.
nature has no boss 
If you were a bug and got ‘assassinated’, you would be in trouble.
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Yes getting stabbed multiple times and injected with digestive enzymes would not be good. 🙂
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I hate it when that happens.
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Although at times being liquid does have its advantages.
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Isn’t there a superhero that liquifies himself?
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Metamorpho
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Wow, that’s so cool! That would NOT feel good to be assasinated 😂👍🏻
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I agree, and I am hesitant to find out.
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It really does fit the assassin description: stealthy, armed and camouflage too! Great pics.
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Thanks LB, I am always amazed at what lurks in just a few square meters of our little garden space. Hop your day is going great.
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Great pics especially the last one with the focus on the bug’s head and it giving us the evil stare.
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It’s a jungle out there! 😉 Predatory insects are the gardener’s friend.
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Really interesting Mike! I’ve never heard of these insects, they do look a bit scary – even more so if you might be their next meal!
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and I thought digestive enzymes were a good thing! I’m glad I found your blog, I like the photos! I think coneflowers and prairie plants always attract the most unusual and colorful insects..
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Hi and thanks for the feedback. We really appreciate it. Well digestive enzymes are not so bad as long as they’re in the right place. Have a great weekend.
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absolutely amazing pics.
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Thanks and thanks for the feedback as we really appreciate it. It is always amazing what lurks in the garden. Have a wonderful day.
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