Scentless Plant Bug

Found in meadows, fields, and gardens, particularly on composite flowers like daisies and goldenrod.

Herbivorous; they feed on the seeds and juices of various herbaceous plants, specifically those in the Asteraceae family.

They are active during the day and are often found basking on flower heads. They overwinter as adults and emerge in the spring to mate and lay eggs.

They are generally harmless to humans and are not considered major agricultural pests. They contribute to the ecosystem as a food source for birds and larger predatory insects.