Milkweed Bug vs Triatoma rubida
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Milkweed Bug | Triatoma rubida |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oncopeltus fasciatus | Triatoma rubida |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Lygaeidae | Reduviidae |
| Size | 10-13 mm | 18-22 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Central America | Southwestern United States, Mexico |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Milkweed Bug
A medium-sized bug with bold orange-red and black warning coloration. It feeds on milkweed seeds and sequesters toxic cardiac glycosides for its own defense.
Did You Know?
This bug has become a widely used laboratory model organism because it is easy to rear, has no diapause requirement, and displays clear warning coloration.
Triatoma rubida
A reddish-brown kissing bug found in the southwestern United States and Mexico. It frequently enters homes and its bite can cause severe allergic reactions.
Did You Know?
It is the most commonly reported triatomine species entering homes in Arizona.