Crimson Rose vs Goliath Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Crimson Rose | Goliath Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pachliopta hector | Eurycnema goliath |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Papilionidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | Wingspan 90-120mm | 200-250 mm (females) |
| Habitat | Heathland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Asia | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Crimson Rose
A striking black swallowtail with bright crimson patches on the hindwings and a red body. It is a model species for mimicry by other butterflies.
Did You Know?
Its body contains toxic aristolochic acids from its larval food plant making it unpalatable and a model for multiple mimic species.
Goliath Stick Insect
Australias largest stick insect at up to 250 mm. Females are vivid green with small red wings they flash in threat displays. Males are slender brown and can fly.
Did You Know?
When threatened, this giant stick insect opens tiny red wings and produces a hissing sound — creating a startling threat display from an otherwise perfectly camouflaged insect.