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Geniculatus Kissing Bug

Panstrongylus geniculatus

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A large, widespread triatomine found from Mexico to Argentina that typically inhabits armadillo burrows. It has been implicated in oral outbreaks of Chagas disease via contaminated food.

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Did You Know?

It is strongly attracted to light and frequently invades homes near forested areas at night.