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Default What insect is this?

They are called an "Assassin Bug"

I always thought they were a type of stink bug, since when you step on
them, they do smell. But our pest control fellow said they are a
species of Assassin bug. They can give a very painful bite. They do
fly, albeit clumsily, but are very slow moving.

http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/2000/2082.html

hope this helps.
Janet


wrote:
Dear Experts,

Lately, I've been noticing some insects in my home.
On the second floor for the most part.

Here are some pictures of them:

http://www.geocities.com/condor_222/dsc_0304_2.jpg
http://www.geocities.com/condor_222/dsc_0304_2.jpg


They move slow around the room. Sometimes they fly.
But for the most part, they just walk around.
Rather slowly. Not like a swift housefly. I
can snag them with a tissue pretty easily.


What kind of insects are these?
How do I get rid of them?

Thanks a lot!