Southeastern Blueberry Bee vs Conenose Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Southeastern Blueberry Bee | Conenose Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Habropoda laboriosa | Triatoma protracta |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Apidae | Reduviidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm | 17-22 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern United States from Virginia to Florida and west to Mississippi | Western United States, Northern Mexico |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Southeastern Blueberry Bee
A fuzzy native bee that is the most efficient pollinator of blueberry flowers in North America. It uses buzz pollination to shake pollen loose from blueberry blossoms.
Did You Know?
A single female can pollinate enough blueberry flowers to produce over a gallon of blueberries in her lifetime.
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.