A wheel bug (Arilus cristatus) is a large North American assassin bug known for its distinctive wheel-like crest on its thorax. It is a top predator that preys on various insects and is beneficial to gardens and ecosystems. Although it is not considered aggressive, it can have a painful bite if handled.
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