Bartman's Timema vs Macleay's Spectre
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bartman's Timema | Macleay's Spectre |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Timema bartmani | Extatosoma popa |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Timematidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 1.5-2 cm | 10-14 cm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | United States (Southern California mountains) | Papua New Guinea |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Bartman's Timema
A small, green timema from the mountains of southern California. It was described relatively recently from a restricted range.
Did You Know?
It is found only in the San Bernardino and San Jacinto Mountains of southern California.
Macleay's Spectre
A large, leaf-mimicking phasmid closely related to the giant prickly stick insect. Its body is covered in lobed projections resembling dried leaves.
Did You Know?
Its lobed body appendages curl and resemble dead, decaying leaves to perfection.