Cistus Forester vs Wangpeng's Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cistus Forester | Wangpeng's Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Adscita statices | Neohirasea wangpengi |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Zygaenidae | Lonchodidae |
| Size | 24-28 mm wingspan | 5-7 cm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | China |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Cistus Forester
A small, metallic green day-flying moth found on chalk grassland and damp meadows. Males have feathery antennae. Larvae feed on common sorrel and sheep's sorrel.
Did You Know?
The metallic green wings glow brilliantly in sunshine, making this one of the most jewel-like of all European moths.
Wangpeng's Stick Insect
A recently described stick insect from China named after the entomologist Wang Peng. It has a dark body with pale leg banding.
Did You Know?
It was one of five new Neohirasea species described in a single taxonomic paper on Chinese stick insects.