Crimson Rose vs Rentz's Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Crimson Rose | Rentz's Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pachliopta hector | Ctenomorpha marginipennis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Papilionidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | Wingspan 90-120mm | 150-200mm |
| 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.
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.