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two yellow spots and brown-black wings (Corsair Assassin Bug)

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baking soda works!
by: Dimitri

i was in SC for a wedding and me the groomsmen just got in the house we're staying(on a farm site). my friend Justin just got bit on the back of the neck and says he shared intense pain. it died soon after it bit him and we thank you for suggesting baking soda as pain relief, it works!!
Help Me!
by: Anonymous

I have been being attacked by these bugs! They do not bother anyone else in my family, but seem to be drawn to me. I have been bit several times. I am not kidding. One will fly into the house, and go directly for me. We live in the hill country, open windows, doors. Is there any reason these bugs seem to like me so much? I have been bit on hand, 2 fingers, toe, and side of foot. All on different occasions occurring within the past two weeks.
These stingers really hurt!!!
by: Anonymous

Just got stung/ bit by one of these tonight. Possibly 2-3 times. Worse sting I ever felt. Put baking soda paste on immediately to relieve the pain. Thanks for helping me identify it..
Corsair
by: Moni

Justin
The insect in your photo is an assassin bug called corsair. It is in the Family Reduviidae and genus Rasahus. According to the Missouri Conservationist they can deliver a painful bite.
Like most assassin bugs they are beneficial insects as they feed on pest insects. The beak that bit you will suck the juices out of pest caterpillars and other insect pests.
One way to reduce contact and bites is to use yellow bulbs in porch lights and do not use bug zappers. To avoid the self-defense bite, gently brush away the corsair or any bug that lands on you, being careful not to smash it on your skin.

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