Creosote Bush Walkingstick vs Hanging Thief Robber Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Creosote Bush Walkingstick | Hanging Thief Robber Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diapheromera covilleae | Diogmites platypterus |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Diptera |
| Family | Diapheromeridae | Asilidae |
| Size | 5-8 cm | 15-22 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | United States (Arizona, New Mexico, Texas), Mexico | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Creosote Bush Walkingstick
A desert-adapted walkingstick that feeds on creosote bush in the American Southwest. It matches the gray-green color of its host plant.
Did You Know?
It is a specialist feeder on creosote bush, one of the most drought-tolerant plants in North America.
Hanging Thief Robber Fly
A slender, elongate robber fly that hangs from vegetation by its front legs while feeding. It has long dangling legs and a distinctive hunting posture unlike most other asilids.
Did You Know?
It earns its name by dangling from a single leg while consuming prey, freeing the other legs for handling food.