Assassin bug

Description:

There is quite a wide variety of species, which come in a number of shapes and sizes. They can range anywhere from 0.16 – 1.57 in. long. While a few are demur in color, most are brightly colored, or have flashy accents. Common colors include brown, black, red, orange, and green. Their mouthparts are tubular, segmented, and pointed.

Habitat:

Assassin Bugs live in a variety of habitats including rainforests. In fact, they are very important bugs in the rainforest because they kill other insects that destroy the forests. In North America, Assassin Bugs live in cities and in forests, in fields and near lakes.