African Map Butterfly vs Rentz's Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Map Butterfly | Rentz's Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cyrestis camillus | Ctenomorpha marginipennis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 45-55 mm wingspan | 150-200mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | West Africa, Central Africa, East Africa | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Map Butterfly
A delicate white butterfly with fine dark lines across its wings resembling a map or circuit board. It rests with wings spread flat on leaves.
Did You Know?
Its translucent white wings and fine line pattern make it almost invisible when it rests on pale bark or lichen.
Rentz's Stick Insect
An extremely long Australian stick insect that can reach over 20cm in body length. It is bright green with a smooth cylindrical body. Males are much smaller and can fly with well-developed wings.
Did You Know?
Females drop their eggs from the tree canopy to the forest floor, where ants collect and bury them, aiding dispersal.