Seen crawling on a clematis vine - body length is about 1/4"
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CLOSED: Id Please - Eastern Shore of MD
Nymph of an assassin bug, likely a wheel bug (Arilus cristatus) -
https://www.flickr.com/photos/andreaskay/7045151803
These are general predators on other arthropods, and can deliver a very painful 'bite' (actually more of a stab) if handled carelessly.
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