Dwarf Thorny Stick Insect vs Bartman's Timema
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dwarf Thorny Stick Insect | Bartman's Timema |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Haaniella parva | Timema bartmani |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Heteropterygidae | Timematidae |
| Size | 2.5-4 cm | 1.5-2 cm |
| Habitat | Forests | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Malaysia (Borneo) | United States (Southern California mountains) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Dwarf Thorny Stick Insect
The smallest member of the genus Haaniella, with males reaching only about 3 cm. Despite its small size, it retains the family's characteristic spines.
Did You Know?
At only 2.5 cm, males of this species are tiny compared to the 17 cm female jungle nymphs in the same family.
Bartman's Timema
A small, green timema from the mountains of southern California. It was described relatively recently from a restricted range.
Did You Know?
It is found only in the San Bernardino and San Jacinto Mountains of southern California.