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Here is a cluster of milkweed bugs feeding on a milkweed pod - they like the seeds, leaves and stems of the plant - also, they come in two sizes - large - 1/3" - 3/4" and small 1/3" - 1/2" - these appear to be the smaller size - I was in Stone Harbor, NJ this past weekend visiting the Wetlands Institute - on the grounds they have a butterfly garden which consists of a nice variety of flowers that attract the nectar feeders - I find these insects most fascinating as they are harmless to humans and just want to feast on milkweed - Kindly Enjoy!!!!!!!!