Mediterranean Stick Insect vs Small Emerald Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mediterranean Stick Insect | Small Emerald Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bacillus rossius | Hemistola chrysoprasaria |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Bacillidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 60-105mm | 28-33 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mediterranean Stick Insect
A slender brown or green stick insect common around the Mediterranean. It is one of the few stick insects native to Europe. Some populations are entirely female, reproducing by parthenogenesis.
Did You Know?
It is one of only a handful of stick insect species native to Europe, most being tropical.
Small Emerald Moth
A small, delicate moth with uniformly pale green wings and fine white fringe. It is one of the daintiest European emerald moths.
Did You Know?
It feeds exclusively on wild clematis, making it confined to areas where this plant grows.