Ericoriai Leaf Insect vs Bud-wing Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ericoriai Leaf Insect | Bud-wing Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phyllium ericoriai | Phaenopharos khaoyaiensis |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Phylliidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 5-7 cm | 60-90mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Philippines (Mindanao) | Asia |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Data Deficient |
Ericoriai Leaf Insect
A Philippine leaf insect described relatively recently from Mindanao. It has notably wide abdominal lobes for its size.
Did You Know?
It is named after the Filipino entomologist who first collected it in the mountains of Mindanao.
Bud-wing Stick Insect
A medium-sized brown stick insect with tiny bud-like wings. It has knobby projections on its body mimicking tree buds. It was described from a national park in Thailand.
Did You Know?
Its wing remnants resemble plant buds, adding to its twig-like camouflage among budding branches.