Panstrongylus megistus, triatomine bug
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Panstrongylus megistus, triatomine bug
This insect is a member of the Triatomine group, which are associated with the transmission of disease to humans
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Arthropod Arthropoda Assassin Bug Bite Biting Disease Hemiptera Heteroptera Hexapod Hexapoda Hominini Homo Homo Sapiens Human Insecta Kissing Bug Pest Reduviidae Striped Triatominae Triatomine Invertebrata
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Panstrongylus megistus, also known as the kissing bug or the assassin bug, is a notorious member of the Triatomine group of insects. This strikingly marked invertebrate, with its distinctive red, white, and black stripes, is an arthropod of the Reduviidae family and the Triatominae subfamily. The Panstrongylus megistus is an important medical and veterinary pest due to its role in transmitting diseases to humans and animals. It is a vector for Trypanosoma cruzi, the protozoan parasite that causes Chagas disease, a debilitating and potentially fatal condition affecting millions of people in the Americas. In this studio shot, the Panstrongylus megistus is shown in a close-up view, revealing the intricate details of its body structure. As a member of the Hemiptera order, this bug is an invertebrate, belonging to the class Insecta and the subclass Hexapoda. The insect's hexapod structure is evident in its six legs and six segments in its thorax and abdomen. The Panstrongylus megistus is commonly referred to as a "kissing bug" due to its feeding behavior. It feeds on the blood of mammals, including humans, and is known to bite around the face, particularly near the mouth or eyes. The bug's saliva contains secretions that anesthetize the area, allowing it to feed undisturbed. This image of the Panstrongylus megistus serves as a reminder of the intricate web of life and the important role that even the smallest of creatures can play in our health and well-being.
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