Triatoma lecticularia vs Vampire Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Triatoma lecticularia | Vampire Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Triatoma lecticularia | Calyptra thalictri |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Reduviidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 16-21 mm | Wingspan 40-50mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern United States | Europe, Asia |
| 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.
Vampire Moth
A dull grey-brown moth with a uniquely evolved proboscis capable of piercing mammalian skin. Males occasionally drink blood for sodium.
Did You Know?
It is one of the only moths known to drink blood from mammals including humans using its hardened barbed proboscis.