What is this insect?

[fyrffytr1]

I spied this odd looking fellow on a vine in my backyard today and was wondering what it is. The adult is less than 1/2" long and the juveniles are less than 1/4".

 

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[JeremiahEdward]

Looks sort of like a milkweed assassin bug....

https://www.google.com/search?q=mil...AUIESgB&biw=360&bih=512#imgrc=Kt8zBhhVWghahM:

 

[Jim in Idaho]

I'm thinking they may be juvenile walking sticks, but I'm not sure. Good pics!
Jim

 

[DizzyDigger]

I think Jeremiah nailed it. Assassin bug.

But, what does it assassinate?

 

[WannaDig3687]

I think Jeremiah nailed it. Assassin bug.

But, what does it assassinate?

Other bugs.

Beneficial insects in the garden: #06 Milkweed Assassin Bug (Zelus longipes)

 

[Jim in Idaho]

Yup...I think Jeremiah got it....Good job!
Jim

 

[Red_desert]

Agreed...sure looks like milkweed bug. I've taken photos of adult Walking Sticks were a length you could measure in inches.

 

[fyrffytr1]

Thanks for the replies and ID. I saw an adult today with wings but couldn't get a picture.