Scientific name Rhodnius Higher classification Kissing bugs Order True bugs | Suborder Heteroptera Rank Genus | |
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Similar Rhodnius prolixus, Kissing bugs, Triatoma, Insect, Panstrongylus |
Rhodnius prolixus ecdysis
Rhodnius is a genus of assassin bugs in the subfamily Triatominae (the kissing bugs), and is an important vector in the spread of Chagas disease. The Rhodnius species were important models for Sir Vincent Wigglesworth's studies of insect physiology, specifically growth and development.
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Intracellular ca2 in rhodnius prolixus malpighian tubule
Species

Species marked with (Tc) are associated with Trypanosoma cruzi
References
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