Celebes Leaf Insect vs Peacock Katydid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Celebes Leaf Insect | Peacock Katydid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phyllium celebicum | Pterochroza ocellata |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Orthoptera |
| Family | Phylliidae | Tettigoniidae |
| Size | 65-85 mm | 50-70 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Sulawesi, Indonesia | Amazon Basin, Guianas, Peru |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Celebes Leaf Insect
A leaf insect from Sulawesi with remarkably detailed leaf venation on its wings and body. Color ranges from bright green to yellow with brown edges.
Did You Know?
Its eggs resemble tiny seeds, providing camouflage even before the insect hatches.
Peacock Katydid
A large katydid that mimics dead leaves at rest but reveals huge eyespots on its hind wings when threatened. The eyespot display startles predators.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, it flashes vivid eyespots on its hindwings that resemble the stare of a large predator.