Rasahus hamatus
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Hemiptera
- Suborder: Heteroptera
- Infraorder: Cimicomorpha
- Family: Reduviidae
- Subfamily: Peiratinae
- Genus: Rasahus
- Species: hamatus
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Rasahus hamatus: //ˈɹæsəˌhʊs hæˈmeɪtəs//
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Summary
Rasahus hamatus, commonly known as the corsair, is a type of assassin bug found throughout the Caribbean, Central and South America, and parts of North America.
Physical Characteristics
16-20 mm in length.
Identification Tips
Look for ground-living habits and frequent presence under stones or around lights at night.
Habitat
Ground-dwelling, often found under stones.
Distribution
Present from the southeastern United States to California, and extending to Argentina.
Diet
Predatory; feeds on other insects.
Ecosystem Role
Predator of other insects, playing a role in controlling prey populations.
Tags
- Rasahus hamatus
- corsair
- assassin bug
- Reduviidae
- Hemiptera