passis

Passis refers to a genus of insects in the order Hemiptera, commonly known as true bugs. These insects are characterized by their piercing-sucking mouthparts and incomplete metamorphosis. The term "passis" itself is not a widely recognized or established scientific classification within entomology. It is possible that "passis" is a misspelling, a colloquialism, or a term used in a very specific, limited context.

Insects commonly referred to as "true bugs" belong to the order Hemiptera. This order is vast and includes many families and genera, such as Cicadidae (cicadas), Aphididae (aphids), Reduviidae (assassin bugs), and Pentatomidae (stink bugs). These insects exhibit a wide range of ecological roles, from herbivory to predation. Their life cycle involves three stages: egg, nymph, and adult. Nymphs resemble smaller versions of the adults but lack fully developed wings and reproductive organs.

Without further clarification on the term "passis," it is difficult to provide specific information. If "passis" is intended to refer to a particular group of Hemiptera, more precise identification would be necessary. General characteristics of Hemiptera include a hardened forewing (hemelytron) that is leathery at the base and membranous at the tip, though this feature can vary. Their mouthparts are adapted for piercing plant tissues or the bodies of other insects to extract fluids.