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Adult tuxedo bug

Raglius alboacuminatus - Tuxedo bug

Identification:  1/3 in. long.  Distinctive white spots on the tips of forewings and hindwings.

Notes:
First detected in Oregon in 2002. Feed on seeds of weedy plants.

Pest Status:
Nuisance pest. Large populations invade homes in late summer and fall. Can produce a foul smell when crushed

Management: Pesticide applications are not recommended. Exclusion via sealing of entry points (windows, doors, and vents) is currently the best recommendation.
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