nabid species

Nabid bugs are also known as damsel bugs. Most are small, ranging from 3.5- to 11-mm long. Both adults and nymphs are commonly found in meadows. They are predators of other insects and are often considered beneficial in pest management for the agricultural industry. Damsel bugs have been known to cannibalize each other when there are not enough prey items available. 

Order: Hemiptera
Family: Nabidae

Photograph: © 2008 RKD Peterson
Date of Photograph: 21 June 2008
Location: Montana, Gallatin Co. (45o43’41” N 111o08’11” W)