Lopaphus Stick Insect vs Dwarf Hisser

Side-by-side species comparison

Attribute Lopaphus Stick Insect Dwarf Hisser
Scientific Name Lopaphus sphalerus Elliptorhina javanica
Order Phasmatodea Blattodea
Family Lonchodidae Blaberidae
Size 6-8 cm 40-50 mm
Habitat Forests Forests
Diet Herbivores Fruit Feeders
Regions Vietnam, Laos Madagascar
Conservation Least Concern Not Evaluated

Lopaphus Stick Insect

A medium-sized stick insect from Southeast Asia with small wings. It has a smooth body and relatively long antennae.

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Did You Know?

The genus Lopaphus contains numerous species that are difficult to distinguish without molecular analysis.

Dwarf Hisser

A smaller hissing cockroach species with a smooth pronotum. It is a popular species in the pet trade.

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Did You Know?

Despite its scientific name suggesting a Javanese origin, it is actually native to Madagascar.