Macrosoma hyacinthina vs Mindoro Leaf Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Macrosoma hyacinthina | Mindoro Leaf Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrosoma hyacinthina | Phyllium iyadaon |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Hedylidae | Phylliidae |
| Size | 30-38 mm wingspan | 5-7 cm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Central America, South America | Philippines (Mindoro) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Macrosoma hyacinthina
Small moth-butterfly with a subtle blue-violet sheen on fresh specimens. Named for the hyacinth-like coloring visible in certain light.
Did You Know?
All 36 known hedylid species belong to the single genus Macrosoma, making it the smallest butterfly family.
Mindoro Leaf Insect
A leaf insect endemic to Mindoro Island in the Philippines. Its name comes from a local word meaning 'leaf.'
Did You Know?
Each major island in the Philippines appears to harbor its own distinct species of leaf insect.