Eastern Bat Bug vs Toad Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Eastern Bat Bug | Toad Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cimex adjunctus | Gelastocoris oculatus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cimicidae | Gelastocoridae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 8-10 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Eastern North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Eastern Bat Bug
A blood-feeding ectoparasite primarily of bats in eastern North America. It can bite humans when bat colonies are removed from buildings.
Did You Know?
It is nearly indistinguishable from the common bed bug and requires microscopic examination to tell apart.
Toad Bug
A warty bug that closely resembles a tiny toad and hops along stream banks.
Did You Know?
It leaps onto prey like a toad, using powerful hind legs to pounce.