Arilus (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of Reduviidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Arilus cristatus is a species of assassin bug in the family Reduviidae, found in North America.
- Arilus is a genus of assassin bugs commonly known as wheel bugs due to their distinctive wheel-like structure.
- Arilus species have been reported to prey on a wide range of insects including caterpillars and beetles.
- Arilus is one of the largest genera within the subfamily Harpactorinae, comprising several dozen species.
- Arilus species can inflict painful bites on humans if they feel threatened or are handled carelessly.