Lotis Blue Butterfly vs Green Bean Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lotis Blue Butterfly | Green Bean Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lycaeides argyrognomon lotis | Diapherodes gigantea |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 2-2.5 cm wingspan | 120-175 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | United States | Central America |
| Conservation | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
Lotis Blue Butterfly
A small blue butterfly historically found in sphagnum bog habitats in coastal Mendocino County, California. It has not been seen since 1983.
Did You Know?
Despite extensive searches, no living individuals have been found in over 40 years.
Green Bean Stick Insect
A large, thick-bodied bright green stick insect from the Caribbean. Females are heavy and wingless while males are slender with long functional wings.
Did You Know?
Despite their cumbersome size, male green bean stick insects are capable of sustained flight and will readily fly to lights at night during the breeding season.