Cicada Assassin Bug vs Forest Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cicada Assassin Bug | Forest Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pselliopus barberi | Pentatoma rufipes |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Reduviidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 13-16 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cicada Assassin Bug
A colorful orange and black assassin bug that specializes in hunting cicadas. It uses its powerful raptorial forelegs and venomous bite to subdue large prey.
Did You Know?
It detects cicada prey primarily through the vibrations cicadas produce when calling for mates.
Forest Bug
A large European shield bug with distinctive red-orange legs and a small tooth on each shoulder. It is arboreal and common on deciduous trees.
Did You Know?
Despite being mainly herbivorous, it occasionally turns predatory and feeds on caterpillars and other soft insects.