Dobson's Stick Insect vs Yellow Flower Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dobson's Stick Insect | Yellow Flower Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Clitarchus hookeri | Radumeris tasmaniensis |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Phasmatidae | Scoliidae |
| Size | 80-100mm | 25-40 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Oceania | Australia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dobson's Stick Insect
New Zealand's most common stick insect, found in gardens and native bush throughout the country. It ranges from bright green to brown. Some populations are entirely female and parthenogenetic.
Did You Know?
It was accidentally introduced to the United Kingdom via imported plants and now has established populations in southwest England.
Yellow Flower Wasp
A large, robust wasp with a bright yellow and black body commonly seen visiting flowers in Australian gardens. Females burrow into soil to parasitise beetle larvae, particularly Christmas beetle grubs.
Did You Know?
Male yellow flower wasps are often seen carrying females during mating flights, sometimes visiting flowers while still coupled.