Order Hemiptera is a group of insects characterized by piercing and sucking mouthparts. They are commonly known as true bugs and comprise over 80,000 species worldwide. Some common synonyms for Order Hemiptera include Heteroptera, which is used for insects with forewings that have a distinct membrane at the tip and a hardened area at the base called the corium. Another synonym is Prosorrhyncha, which refers to bugs with a rostrum, a modified mouthpart used for piercing and sucking. These terms are often used interchangeably with the more widely recognized term, Order Hemiptera, and provide additional insight into the characteristics and diversity of these fascinating insects.