Montieth's Leaf Insect vs Sunda Longhorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Montieth's Leaf Insect | Sunda Longhorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phyllium monteithi | Apriona swainsoni |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Phylliidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 5-8 cm | 30-45 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Australia (Queensland) | Indonesia (Java, Sumatra, Borneo), Philippines |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Sunda Longhorn
A large olive-grey lamiin with a dense covering of fine pubescence, found in the islands of Indonesia and the Philippines. It attacks a wide range of tropical hardwoods. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to light.
Did You Know?
This species was named after the English naturalist William Swainson, who collected widely in the tropics.