Are these some kind of aphid or adelgid? And are they a problem?

They’re absolutely coating the branches of most of the American beech trees in this forest. The ground beneath is also coated in dark purplish grey stuff, presumably their droppings

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Landed on the window of my work truck, never seen one quite like this.

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is this what I think it is !!

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The body was red and yellow

Northern Ontario (haliburton area)

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Please tell me this isn’t what I think it is

I found it by my kitchen sink and we also have a gnat infestation. This was the best picture I could get

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Anybody know the species of this beautiful spider?

Found outside a doorway on a big web

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Do I have termites?

Please help in identifying this bug. Was still living and moving but didn't see a large mandible like I'd expect with a termite.

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What is this spider?

Location: Northern Oregon, United States

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What is this...spider?

I blew on the plant and that part moved independently. Location Mississippi, USA

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Found this in our bed, we have seen about 5 so far. Any ideas?

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Mobile Pavilion by Prototype + Sets Studios [1503 x 1000]

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