Triatoma lecticularia vs North American Backswimmer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Triatoma lecticularia | North American Backswimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Triatoma lecticularia | Notonecta undulata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Reduviidae | Notonectidae |
| Size | 16-21 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Southeastern United States | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Triatoma lecticularia
A kissing bug found across the southeastern United States that occasionally invades homes. Its name references its historical association with beds.
Did You Know?
Its species name 'lecticularia' derives from the Latin for 'small bed,' reflecting early encounters in sleeping quarters.
North American Backswimmer
A common backswimmer across North America that hunts by floating upside down at the surface. Its large eyes help it spot prey from below.
Did You Know?
It is an important natural predator of mosquito larvae and can significantly reduce mosquito populations in small ponds.