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WHAT IS AN ASSASSIN BUG?

April 26, 2017assassin bug

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WHAT IS AN ASSASSIN BUG?

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Assassin Bugs and Ambush Bugs are in the order Hemiptera which also includes stinks bugs, leaf-footed bugs, and other insects. All insects in Hemiptera share a few characteristics, including piercing and sucking mouthparts, and wings which are membranous and clear at the tips, but hardened at the base. Assassin bugs and ambush bugs are in the family Reduviidae. Insects in this family are distinguished from other members of Hemiptera by their short, 3-segmented beaks (most Hemiptera have 4-segmented beaks). WHAT IS AN AMBUSH BUG? Technically, ambush bugs are a type of assassin bug, but there are a few differences. Assassin bugs are usually dark-colored, with combinations of gray, green, and black. Assassin bugs also have long, narrow heads compared to ambush bugs. Ambush bugs are usually stoutly built and typically have bright colors: yellow, red, or orange. Ambush bugs have thickened front legs which are used to capture prey. Assassin bugs will also use their front legs to capture prey