Celebes Leaf Insect vs Rentz's Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Celebes Leaf Insect | Rentz's Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phyllium celebicum | Ctenomorpha marginipennis |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Phylliidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 65-85 mm | 150-200mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Sulawesi, Indonesia | Oceania |
| 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.
Rentz's Stick Insect
An extremely long Australian stick insect that can reach over 20cm in body length. It is bright green with a smooth cylindrical body. Males are much smaller and can fly with well-developed wings.
Did You Know?
Females drop their eggs from the tree canopy to the forest floor, where ants collect and bury them, aiding dispersal.