What's everyone's favorite bug? (self.Bugs)

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My favorites are bumblebees and jumping spiders, cute little critters!

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[-] zero_spelled_with_an_ecks@programming.dev 9 points 1 month ago

The wheel bug! My partner stumbled across it during field work and sent a picture and we eventually identified it. It looks like it has a gear embedded in its back. I just think they're neat.

wheel bug

Another favorite is fireflies.

Honorable mention to beetles generally as folding wings are fascinating.

[-] FrostyTrichs@crazypeople.online 5 points 1 month ago

Assassin bug yaaaaaaaas 💚

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