Bee Killer Assassin Bug vs Keeled Treehopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bee Killer Assassin Bug | Keeled Treehopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Apiomerus crassipes | Entylia carinata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Reduviidae | Membracidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America | North America, Central America, South 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.
Keeled Treehopper
A small, flattened treehopper with a pronounced dorsal keel running along its pronotum. It is widespread across the Americas on many host plants.
Did You Know?
Its flat, leaf-like profile makes it look like a tiny bump or bud on a plant stem.