5 Questions
What family do assassin bugs belong to?
Reduviidae
What is the primary method of predation for assassin bugs?
Ambushing
Why are assassin bugs more common in fields that have not been sprayed for pests?
They are highly susceptible to insecticides
What is the characteristic feature of the head of most assassin bugs?
Elongate head often cocked slightly upward
What is the usual color range for assassin bugs found in row crops?
Light brownish-green to dark brown
Test your knowledge of predatory insects and spiders with this quiz! Explore the world of assassin bugs, thread-legged bugs, ambush bugs, and wheel bugs, and learn about their role as important predators of caterpillar pests in various crops.
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