African Ebony Longhorn vs Triatoma lecticularia
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Ebony Longhorn | Triatoma lecticularia |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phantasis gigantea | Triatoma lecticularia |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Reduviidae |
| Size | 45-70 mm | 16-21 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Tanzania, Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia, Zimbabwe | Southeastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Ebony Longhorn
An impressively large African lamiin with an elongated body and extremely long, spindly legs. It is found in the miombo woodlands of eastern and southern Africa. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to light traps.
Did You Know?
Its extraordinarily long legs can span over 150 mm from tip to tip, giving it a spider-like appearance.
Triatoma lecticularia
A kissing bug found across the southeastern United States that occasionally invades homes. Its name references its historical association with beds.
Did You Know?
Its species name 'lecticularia' derives from the Latin for 'small bed,' reflecting early encounters in sleeping quarters.