Oncocephalus nubilus

How to pronounce Oncocephalus nubilus: //ˌɒŋkoʊˈsɛfələs ˈnjuːbɪləs//

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Oncocephalus nubilus is a species of assassin bug distinguished by distinct anatomical features particularly in its hemelytra and pronotal lobe.

Hemelytra membrane without dark patches; posterior angle of the anterior pronotal lobe lacking a tubercle.

Compare with O. geniculatus and O. apiculatus based on hemelytra and pronotal lobe characteristics.

Found in various habitats across Central America and North America.

Southern California to Southern Texas, Colorado.

Predatory, primarily feeding on other insects.

Undergoes incomplete metamorphosis with nymph stages leading to the adult stage.

Details not provided; generally involves egg-laying by females which hatch into nymphs.

Acts as a predator in its ecosystem, helping to control insect populations.