CLOSED: what is this bug on my butterfly weed?

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BPlum Alexander City, AL Oct 31, 2008

I planted "Hello Yellow" butterfly weed last spring. When it began blooming, small bugs began to cluster underneath the blooms, apparently feeding on leaves and buds. The bugs are oval in shape and the identical color of the flowers - a golden yellow - with black legs. They are difficult to hose off and resistant to some insecticides I had on hand. I cut the flowers back in frustration, and they rebloomed without the bugs. However, the bugs are now coming back (end of october). Can anyone identify this bug? Thanks.

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missingrosie Hillsborough, NC(Zone 7b) Oct 31, 2008

Aphids

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blondhavmofun Orlando, FL May 20, 2009

i know this is late but i agree that yes they are ahpids i smash them you can use a soapy water solutiong to help them or get some lady bugs
debi

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