Conenose Bug vs Cromwell Chafer Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Conenose Bug | Cromwell Chafer Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Triatoma protracta | Prodontria lewisii |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Reduviidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 17-22 mm | 1-1.5 cm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Western United States, Northern Mexico | New Zealand |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
Conenose Bug
A kissing bug native to the western United States that commonly enters homes to feed on sleeping residents. Its bite can cause severe allergic reactions in sensitized individuals.
Did You Know?
Repeated bites can lead to anaphylactic shock in sensitized individuals, requiring emergency treatment.
Cromwell Chafer Beetle
A small chafer beetle endemic to a tiny area near Cromwell in Central Otago, New Zealand. Adults are nocturnal and feed on native grasses.
Did You Know?
Its entire habitat is protected within an 81-hectare reserve, one of the smallest nature reserves created for an insect.