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I saw this little insect, it's about two inches long, not including the antennae, on my back porch today. I'm in SW Missouri, USA. The photo has a bit of a blue cast, the insect itself is more of a dark green and brown color.

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nadiabkat178 says:

That's a Wheel Bug (Arilus cristatus). These are cool look at. If you look at a side view of the bug, you'll see pointy ridges on its back that looks like a cog. Careful though, they have a really painful bite.
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marlana says:

nadiabkat178 Thanks! It's a neat looking bug but I'll keep a distance next time I see it.
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