Assassin Bugs

Family Reduviidae

Emesaya brevipennis

Emesaya brevipennis
While this insect closely resembles a stick insect, it is actually a member of the assassin bug family. It possesses raptorial forelegs similar to those found on praying mantids. Reportedly, these insects prey on spiders.

North American Wheel Bug

Arilus cristatus

Orange Assassin Bug

Pselliopus barberi

Millipede Assassin Bug

Haematorrhophus species

Pale Green Assassin Bug

Zelus luridus
They possess glands on their legs that produce a sticky substance aiding in the capture of prey.

Jagged Ambush Bug

Phymata Species