Lunar Ichneumon Wasp vs Montieth's Leaf Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lunar Ichneumon Wasp | Montieth's Leaf Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megarhyssa lunator | Phyllium monteithi |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Ichneumonidae | Phylliidae |
| Size | 30-50 mm body, ovipositor up to 130 mm | 5-8 cm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Australia (Queensland) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lunar Ichneumon Wasp
A striking ichneumon with a yellow and brown banded body. It parasitizes pigeon tremex horntail larvae inside hardwood trees.
Did You Know?
Its ovipositor is the longest relative to body size of any insect in North America.
Montieth's Leaf Insect
A leaf insect from the tropical forests of Queensland, Australia. It is one of only a few Phylliidae species found on the Australian continent.
Did You Know?
It is one of the southernmost-ranging leaf insects in the world.