Bordered Plant Bug vs Colorado Walking Stick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bordered Plant Bug | Colorado Walking Stick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Largus californicus | Parabacillus coloradus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Largidae | Diapheromeridae |
| Size | 12-17 mm | 4-7 cm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | United States (Southwest) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bordered Plant Bug
A dark blue-black bug with bright orange margins common in arid parts of California. Nymphs are iridescent blue and gather in large groups.
Did You Know?
Nymphs cluster in spectacular iridescent blue groups that can number in the hundreds on a single plant.
Colorado Walking Stick
A small, slender walkingstick found in arid regions of the western United States. It is well adapted to desert scrubland habitats.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few phasmids adapted to survive in the hot, dry conditions of the American Southwest.