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Bug Identification

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Need a bug identified? Post a picture of it here!

Rule 1 No Pictures of Bites, Rashes, or Skin Eruptions: Do not post images of bites, rashes, or any skin eruptions. These images cannot reliably tell us what might have caused the issue. Instead, if you suspect an insect is responsible, try to capture it using traps and post clear photos of the actual insect for identification.

Rule 2 Preferred Media for Identification: Submit clear, still photographs for optimal identification. High-quality videos are acceptable but should be clear and stable enough to ensure features can be accurately identified. Photographs, especially close, top-view shots, are generally more effective for identifying small bugs.

Rule 3 Human Health Concerns Off-limits: This community is not suited for questions about human health issues. Please consult healthcare professionals for medical concerns.

Rule 4 Location Required: Include the geographic location of the insect in your post title or description. Accurate identification often depends on knowing where the insect was found.

Rule 5 Be Respectful: Bullying, harassment, doxing, or any form of disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated. Our community thrives on respect and constructive dialogue.

Rule 6 No “Kill it with fire” comments: We allow pest control advice here as long as the advice is legal, safe, and warranted. Fire is not a pesticide though, and is not covered under the advice we allow. These comments add nothing to the discussion, and will be removed.

Posting Guidelines: Clear, in focus, close up images showing a top down view of the bug you want identified are by far the most useful. Do not include images of bites, stings, or other injuries, they do not help with identification.

Videos should be as stable as possible and again show the bug as clearly as possible preferably showing the back and any notable markings.

Describe any notable behaviors as sometimes these can help differentiate certain similar looking species.

Providing location information is highly preferred as some species look similar to others but are present in different geographical regions.

Please refrain from describing how a bug felt to crush. It is not useful information for 99% of identification requests.

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Painted Handmaiden Moth
Geminaria canalis

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