Mindanao Broken Stick Insect vs Nettle Root Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mindanao Broken Stick Insect | Nettle Root Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Baculofractum philippinicum | Phyllobius virideaeris |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lonchodidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 5-7 cm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Hedgerows |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Philippines (Mindanao) | Europe |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Mindanao Broken Stick Insect
A stick insect from the Philippines with a distinctive bent or 'broken' appearance. It was the first record of the genus from the Philippines.
Did You Know?
The genus name Baculofractum literally means 'broken stick' in Latin, referring to its angular body shape.
Nettle Root Weevil
A bright green-scaled weevil found on nettles and other vegetation in spring. Extremely common but the scales wear off with age revealing black cuticle. Adults chew leaf edges.
Did You Know?
Fresh specimens are brilliant metallic green, but old worn individuals look like completely different black beetles.