Forest Barklouse vs Velvet Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Forest Barklouse | Velvet Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Caecilius fuscopterus | Peruphasma schultei |
| Order | Psocoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Caeciliusidae | Pseudophasmatidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 40-55 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Forest Barklouse
A common bark louse found on the bark and foliage of trees across Europe. It has distinctive dark-bordered wings.
Did You Know?
It is frequently found on evergreen trees and shrubs in gardens.
Velvet Stick Insect
A jet-black velvety stick insect with bright red vestigial wings found in one small area.
Did You Know?
Its entire wild range covers less than five hectares in the Cordillera del Condor.