Alcaeorrhynchus grandis is a species of the family Pentatomidae. Also known as giant strong-nosed stink bug, Alcaeorrhynchus grandis can be found through Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, and the southern United States. As a predator, this stink bug can follow frass trails created by prey.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of Giant Strong-nosed Stink Bug being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera
- Family
- Pentatomidae
- Genus
- Alcaeorrhynchus
- Species
- Alcaeorrhynchus grandis
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