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Tammylp Lima, OH(Zone 5b) Sep 06, 2015

In Wisconsin , plants don't seem to be damaged, but only this plant has these bugs

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Chillybean (Zone 5a) Sep 06, 2015

These are Milkweed Bug nymphs...Oncopeltus fasciatus
http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/gardens-gardening/your-garden/help-for-the-home-gardener/advice-tips-resources/pests-and-problems/insects/plant-bugs/milkweed-bugs.aspx

They eat the seeds by piercing through the pod. If you do not save the seeds, then let them be. I'd probably hand squash them, as I am hoping to pass seeds on to others. Right now I have the Oleander Aphids on my milkweed. They eat all parts, though.

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