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Milkweed Assassin Bug

Zelus longipes

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Hemiptera ›Family: Reduviidae ›Genus: Zelus

About

Zelus longipes is an assassin bug (Reduviidae) that is a member of the Harpactorinae subfamily. Its distribution ranges include southern North America, Central America, and South America (except Chile), especially in agroecosystems in Brazil.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Milkweed Assassin Bug?
The scientific name of Milkweed Assassin Bug is Zelus longipes.
What kingdom does Milkweed Assassin Bug belong to?
Milkweed Assassin Bug belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Milkweed Assassin Bug belong to?
Milkweed Assassin Bug belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Milkweed Assassin Bug belong to?
Milkweed Assassin Bug belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Milkweed Assassin Bug belong to?
Milkweed Assassin Bug belongs to the order Hemiptera.
What family does Milkweed Assassin Bug belong to?
Milkweed Assassin Bug belongs to the family Reduviidae.
What genus does Milkweed Assassin Bug belong to?
Milkweed Assassin Bug belongs to the genus Zelus.