Rasahus biguttatus

(Say, 1832)

corsair, assassin bug

Rasahus biguttatus is a of corsair () in the Reduviidae. It occurs across a broad geographic range spanning the Caribbean, Central America, North America, and South America. As a member of the Peiratinae, it shares characteristics typical of corsairs, including forelegs adapted for capturing prey. The species was described by Thomas Say in 1832.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Rasahus biguttatus: //ˈræs.ə.hʌs bɪˈɡʌtˌtɑː.təs//

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Distribution

Caribbean; Central America; North America; South America. Distribution records indicate presence throughout the Caribbean region and across continental regions of the Americas.

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