The word "conenose" refers to a blood-sucking insect that is commonly found in South and Central America. This insect has several synonyms, including "kissing bug," "assassin bug," and "triatomine bug." The name "kissing bug" comes from the insect's tendency to bite around the mouth or eyes of its victims while they sleep. "Assassin bug" and "triatomine bug" are other names that refer to the insect's habit of biting and feeding on blood, sometimes carrying and spreading diseases like Chagas disease. Despite the use of different names, all of these synonyms refer to the same insect species, which can be a nuisance and a health hazard in certain regions of the world.