Jungle Nymph vs Spanish Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Jungle Nymph | Spanish Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Heteropteryx dilatata | Leptynia hispanica |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Heteropterygidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 130-160 mm (females) | 4-6 cm |
| Habitat | Forests | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Asia | Spain, Portugal |
| 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.
Spanish Stick Insect
A small, slender European stick insect found across the Iberian Peninsula. It is one of the few phasmids native to Europe.
Did You Know?
It is one of only a handful of stick insect species native to Europe.