Bee Killer Assassin Bug vs Desert Blond Tarantula Hawk
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bee Killer Assassin Bug | Desert Blond Tarantula Hawk |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Apiomerus crassipes | Pepsis thisbe |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Reduviidae | Pompilidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 25-45 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bee Killer Assassin Bug
An assassin bug that coats its legs with plant resin to capture bees visiting flowers.
Did You Know?
It applies sticky resin from plants to its forelegs like a trapping glue.
Desert Blond Tarantula Hawk
A large metallic blue-black spider wasp with vibrant orange wings found in the Sonoran Desert. Females hunt blonde tarantulas as food for their larvae.
Did You Know?
It is the official state insect of New Mexico despite having one of the most painful stings of any insect.