 Euthochtha galeator (Helmeted Squash Bug) ♂. | This Helmeted Squash Bug (Euthochtha galeator) is widespread from the Texas/Dakota line eastwards. It feeds on various plants and can become a pest damaging roses, citrus, as well as other fruits and ornamentals. This specimen is a male with a characteristic white spur or flap on the side of its thorax.
bug guide (these photos): http://bugguide.net/node/view/665056 UF: http://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/orn/flowers/euthochtha_galeator.htm |
