Carmelae's Thorny Stick Insect vs Lace Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Carmelae's Thorny Stick Insect | Lace Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trachyaretaon carmelae | Corythucha ciliata |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Hemiptera |
| Family | Heteropterygidae | Tingidae |
| Size | 9-13.5 cm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Philippines | North America, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Carmelae's Thorny Stick Insect
A robust, thorny stick insect from the Philippines reaching up to 13.5 cm. It has rough, bark-like texture on its body surface.
Did You Know?
Its heavily textured body makes it look exactly like a piece of rough bark when motionless.
Lace Bug
A tiny bug with extraordinary lace-like transparent wing covers that resemble intricate stained glass windows. It feeds on sycamore and plane tree leaves, causing silvery discoloration.
Did You Know?
The delicate lattice-like wing structure of lace bugs is so ornate and regular that it has inspired designs in jewelry, architecture, and 3D-printed materials.