Soapberry Bug

The Red-shoulder bug is a 'true bug.' Also known as Goldenrain Tree bugs. This female was crawling on a sidewalk next to a privet hedge.

Red-shouldered bugs have red eyes and shoulders

Male and female Red-shouldered bugs mating on the sidewalk. The female is larger than the male, with shorter wings.

True bugs like the Red-shouldered bug share the same type of mouth parts for sucking.