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November 16, 2015 | #1 |
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Kissing Bug
I would usually put a thread about bugs in the section where it goes, but I just learned about this bug and it is dangerous to humans. If this thread needs to be moved - go for it.
Kissing bug, a bug linked to human heart disease: http://www.click2houston.com/news/ki...texas/29568648 The attached video at the above site is only 2:14. |
November 16, 2015 | #2 |
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I have known about Kissing bugs all my life I cant remember not knowing about them.
It was one of the things as kids we used to scare each other about. I think I saw a Kissing bug in your bed. Nasty things. Worth |
November 16, 2015 | #3 |
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That made me think of what we used to say as kids.
Good Night - sleep tight - don't let the bed bugs bite... If you think of that, how do you go to sleep worrying about bed bugs biting you? |
November 16, 2015 | #4 |
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Don't forget blister bugs.
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November 16, 2015 | #5 |
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I have not heard of kissing bug up to this moment. But Bed Bug is different. It just lives on host's blood like flea but does not sting or cause disease.
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November 17, 2015 | #6 |
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That bug kinda looks like an Assassin Bug. I got bit back in the summer and that was painful. The bug in the video has the same basic coloration and body shape for the adults. I recommend avoiding both at all costs.
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