Emerald Eupholus Weevil vs Letiranti's Leaf Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Emerald Eupholus Weevil | Letiranti's Leaf Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eupholus cuvieri | Phyllium letiranti |
| Order | Coleoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Curculionidae | Phylliidae |
| Size | 20-30mm | 6-8 cm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Oceania | Indonesia (Maluku Islands) |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Data Deficient |
Emerald Eupholus Weevil
A spectacular weevil with brilliant turquoise and black bands across its elytra. It is found only in the rainforests of New Guinea.
Did You Know?
Its stunning blue-green color comes from photonic crystals in tiny scales covering the exoskeleton similar to how opals produce color.
Letiranti's Leaf Insect
A leaf insect found in the Maluku Islands of Indonesia. It has subtly serrated leaf margins on its abdominal lobes.
Did You Know?
The Maluku Islands are home to several endemic leaf insect species found nowhere else on Earth.