Geniculatus Kissing Bug vs Azalea Lace Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Geniculatus Kissing Bug | Azalea Lace Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Panstrongylus geniculatus | Stephanitis pyrioides |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Reduviidae | Tingidae |
| Size | 26-30 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Central America, South America | East Asia, North America, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Geniculatus Kissing Bug
A large, widespread triatomine found from Mexico to Argentina that typically inhabits armadillo burrows. It has been implicated in oral outbreaks of Chagas disease via contaminated food.
Did You Know?
It is strongly attracted to light and frequently invades homes near forested areas at night.
Azalea Lace Bug
A tiny lace bug with beautifully ornate, net-veined wings that is a major pest of azaleas and rhododendrons. Native to East Asia, it has become established in North America and Europe. Feeding causes white stippling on leaves.
Did You Know?
Females insert their eggs into leaf tissue and cover them with a dark varnish-like substance, making them nearly invisible to predators.