Jungle Nymph vs New Guinea Spiny Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Jungle Nymph | New Guinea Spiny Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Heteropteryx dilatata | Eurycantha horrida |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Heteropterygidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 130-160 mm (females) | 100-140 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Asia | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Jungle Nymph
One of the heaviest stick insects, with females weighing up to 65 grams. Females are bright green with small wings; males are mottled brown and can fly.
Did You Know?
The jungle nymph is one of the heaviest insects alive — adult females can weigh 65 grams and will defensively slash their powerful spiny hind legs when threatened.
New Guinea Spiny Stick Insect
A robust, dark-colored stick insect densely covered in sharp tubercles and spines. It is nocturnal and hides in communal groups in crevices during the day.
Did You Know?
Groups of up to 20 individuals shelter together in the same crevice during the day, making them one of the most social stick insect species known.