These 12 Bugs Found In Minnesota Will Send Shivers Down Your Spine

In Minnesota, we are used to many creepy crawlers lurking around during the summer months. Now that it's almost winter, maybe it's not as terrifying to see some of these since they won't reappear for a few months. And for those who have visitors in their house this winter, it's always good to know if your guests are harmful. Here are some of Minnesota's common and strange bugs and insects and a little info so you know if that shiver down your spine is warranted or not.

1. Tick.

We all know this guy. He feeds on blood and is not the bug you want hanging around. Also, remember to be careful with removal to not squeeze their contents into your bloodstream.

2. Brown marmorated stink bug.

These agricultural pests were accidentally brought to the US and will climb into your home in the winter through siding, into windows, and door frames to wait for warm weather.

3. Red Velvet Mite

Their oil is actually used as a traditional medicine in India despite their scary, red appearance.

4. Hag moth [Monkey slug].

Tree and shrub eaters, but these don't actually present a huge threat to agriculture.

5. Weevil.

This guy ruins crops and our pancake mix. Definitely check for them in your dry food from time to time.

6. Velvet ant [cow killer].

These wasps are known for their very painful sting, and the unusual look that makes them appear to be red velvety ants.

7. American Pelecinid Wasp.

This definitely looks scary, but it won't sting you, it actually controls the beetle population.

8. Fishing Spider.

These live in small lakes and ponds and like to eat water-striders.

9. Saddleback caterpillar.

These might seem cool and fuzzy, but look, don't touch, because those little hairs secrete a venom that will cause rashes and swelling.

10. Cat-faced spider.

Not only do these orb-weaving spiders look super cool, but they are harmless as well, so don't fear the cat-faced spider.

11. Red-backed jumping spider.

This is the most common jumping spider you will find, and although it looks menacing, it is not harmful like its lookalikes - the venomous redback spider or the velvet ant.

12. Orb-weaver spider.

These guys not only look interesting but build amazingly intricate webs.

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