Ambush Bug vs Poultry Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ambush Bug | Poultry Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phymata americana | Haematosiphon inodorus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Reduviidae | Cimicidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 4-5 mm |
| Habitat | Meadows | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Parasites |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ambush Bug
A small crab-like bug that waits motionless on flowers to ambush visiting pollinators.
Did You Know?
It can capture prey many times its own size with its powerful raptorial forelegs.
Poultry Bug
A cimicid ectoparasite of poultry native to North America that is closely related to bed bugs. Heavy infestations can cause anemia and reduced egg production in chickens.
Did You Know?
Its natural hosts are cliff-nesting raptors, but it has adapted to parasitize domestic poultry.