South American Leaf-Footed Bug vs Pallid Kissing Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South American Leaf-Footed Bug | Pallid Kissing Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leptoglossus zonatus | Triatoma pallidipennis |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Coreidae | Reduviidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 24-30 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Indoors |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Americas from the United States through Argentina | Mexico |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
South American Leaf-Footed Bug
A brown coreid bug with expanded leaf-like hind tibiae and a pale zigzag band across the forewings. It is a significant pest of corn, citrus, and pomegranates.
Did You Know?
Its flattened hind leg expansions may serve to mimic leaf fragments or to intimidate rivals during territorial displays.
Pallid Kissing Bug
A Chagas disease vector found in central and southwestern Mexico. It readily colonizes human dwellings in rural areas.
Did You Know?
It is the most frequently collected triatomine species inside homes in the state of Morelos, Mexico.