Woundwort Shieldbug vs Tropical Bed Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Woundwort Shieldbug | Tropical Bed Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eysarcoris venustissimus | Cimex hemipterus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Pentatomidae | Cimicidae |
| Size | 6-7 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, western Asia | Southeast Asia, Africa, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Woundwort Shieldbug
A small, compact bronze-green shield bug with a metallic sheen that feeds on woundwort and white dead-nettle. It has a broad, triangular scutellum and distinctively punctured pronotum. It is widespread in European grasslands.
Did You Know?
Despite its species name 'venustissimus' meaning 'most beautiful,' it is actually quite plain compared to many shield bugs, though its metallic bronze sheen is subtly attractive.
Tropical Bed Bug
A tropical relative of the common bed bug that also feeds on human blood. It is the dominant bed bug species in many parts of the tropics.
Did You Know?
It can hybridize with the common bed bug in laboratory settings, though hybrids are infertile.