- Source: Pristhesancus plagipennis
Pristhesancus plagipennis is an Australian insect in the assassin bug genus Pristhesancus. Amongst its prey is the bronze orange bug (Musgraveia sulciventris), a common garden pest. It is sometimes called the bee-killer assassin bug, as it is also known to prey on honey bees. The juveniles (nymphs / instars) have a distinctive bright orange abdomen.
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Data related to Pristhesancus plagipennis at Wikispecies
Media related to Pristhesancus plagipennis at Wikimedia Commons
