Imperial Jezebel vs Tethered Walkingstick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Imperial Jezebel | Tethered Walkingstick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Delias harpalyce | Manomera tenuescens |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Pieridae | Diapheromeridae |
| Size | 6-7 cm wingspan | 5-8 cm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | United States (Eastern) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Imperial Jezebel
A striking butterfly with white uppersides and vivid red and yellow undersides. It flies high in eucalypt canopy and is common in southeastern Australia.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillars feed exclusively on parasitic mistletoe plants growing on eucalyptus trees.
Tethered Walkingstick
A very thin, elongated walkingstick from the eastern United States. It is among the most slender of all North American phasmids.
Did You Know?
Its extreme slenderness makes it virtually invisible when resting motionless on a twig.