Dec. 21—Continuing with the theme of misinformation surrounding certain assassin bugs, this week's featured creature is the wheel bug (Arilus cristatus). In the comment sections of a couple of ...

In tropical regions, species like the orange assassin bug are commonly found in areas with thick vegetation, allowing them to hide and strike efficiently. Meanwhile, wheel bugs are often spotted ...

The wheel bug deserves top billing. Wheel bugs belong to the assassin bug family, and they are true bugs. This insect is 1.25 to 1.5 inches long and varies in color from light gray to grayish brown.