Macleay's Spectre vs Montieth's Leaf Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Macleay's Spectre | Montieth's Leaf Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Extatosoma popa | Phyllium monteithi |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Phasmatidae | Phylliidae |
| Size | 10-14 cm | 5-8 cm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Papua New Guinea | Australia (Queensland) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Macleay's Spectre
A large, leaf-mimicking phasmid closely related to the giant prickly stick insect. Its body is covered in lobed projections resembling dried leaves.
Did You Know?
Its lobed body appendages curl and resemble dead, decaying leaves to perfection.
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.