Sinea
Sinea
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Hemiptera
- Suborder: Heteroptera
- Infraorder: Cimicomorpha
- Family: Reduviidae
- Subfamily: Harpactorinae
- Tribe: Harpactorini
- Genus: Sinea
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Sinea: /ˈsaɪniə/
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Summary
Sinea is a genus of assassin bugs in the subfamily Harpactorinae with 13 described species, primarily found in New World regions, known for their distinct front tibial spines.
Physical Characteristics
Front tibiae with prominent spines, distinguishing them from similar genera such as Acholla.
Identification Tips
Look for the prominent front tibial spines which are characteristic of the genus Sinea.
Habitat
Predominantly found in the Southwestern United States and Central America, inhabiting diverse habitats.
Distribution
Distributed across Canada to Colombia, with Sinea diadema extending north into Canada; overall, more diverse in the southwest.
Diet
Predatory; feeds on various insects as an assassin bug.
Life Cycle
Life cycle includes egg, nymph, and adult stages, typical of Hemiptera.
Reproduction
Details on reproductive behaviors are not specified; but generally oviparous as a characteristic of the family.
Ecosystem Role
Predators of other insects, contributing to the ecological balance.
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Tags
- entomology
- hemiptera
- assassin bugs
- Sinea
- predatory insects