Colorful Stick Insect vs European Fruit Scale
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Colorful Stick Insect | European Fruit Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Achrioptera maroloko | Parthenolecanium corni |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Hemiptera |
| Family | Achriopteridae | Coccidae |
| Size | 170-230 mm | 3-6 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Madagascar | Europe, North America, Asia |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Not Evaluated |
Colorful Stick Insect
A newly described giant stick insect with brilliantly colored males showing iridescent blue bodies and orange-red limbs. Its species name means 'colorful' in Malagasy.
Did You Know?
Its name 'maroloko' translates to 'colorful' in Malagasy, a fitting tribute to the extraordinary coloration of the males.
European Fruit Scale
A polyphagous soft scale insect that infests fruit trees, ornamentals, and forest trees across Europe. Heavy infestations cause branch dieback.
Did You Know?
Its domed brown scale covering makes it resemble a tiny helmet attached to the twig.