Saica

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Hemiptera
Suborder: Heteroptera
Infraorder: Cimicomorpha
Family: Reduviidae
Subfamily: Saicinae
Genus: Saica

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Saica: /ˈsaɪ.kə/

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Summary

Saica is a genus of bugs in the family Reduviidae, consisting of 1-2 species in the region, with S. apicalis potentially not occurring in the US.

Physical Characteristics

S. elkinsi measures 7-9 mm, while S. apicalis measures 13-14 mm. Saica distinguishes itself from Pseudosaica by having an acute to subacute process on the lower anterior pronotal angle, as well as specific proportions of the second antennomere in relation to the scape.

Identification Tips

Saica can be identified by the acute to subacute process of the lower anterior pronotal angle and other morphological characteristics differentiating it from Pseudosaica.

Distribution

Southern United States to South America.

Similar Taxa

Pseudosaica