Bartman's Timema vs Marsh Treader
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bartman's Timema | Marsh Treader |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Timema bartmani | Hydrometra stagnorum |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Hemiptera |
| Family | Timematidae | Hydrometridae |
| Size | 1.5-2 cm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | United States (Southern California mountains) | Europe, Western Asia |
| 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.
Marsh Treader
An extremely slender, stick-like bug with a greatly elongated head. It walks slowly across floating vegetation and water surfaces at pond margins, probing for tiny prey.
Did You Know?
Its elongated head and rostrum give it a bizarre twig-like appearance, providing excellent camouflage among vegetation.