African Bat Bug vs Long-cerci Dipluran
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Bat Bug | Long-cerci Dipluran |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Afrocimex constrictus | Litocampa henroti |
| Order | Hemiptera | Diplura |
| Family | Cimicidae | Campodeidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Caves |
| Diet | Parasites | Omnivores |
| Regions | East Africa | France, Spain |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
African Bat Bug
A cimicid ectoparasite found on bats in East African caves. It is notable for its unusual mating system involving traumatic insemination.
Did You Know?
Both males and females possess a defensive organ to mitigate injury from traumatic insemination.
Long-cerci Dipluran
A troglophilic dipluran known from caves in western Europe. It has remarkably long cerci used for detecting vibrations in cave environments.
Did You Know?
Its cerci can be nearly as long as the rest of its body.