Mountain Midge vs Short-winged Green Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mountain Midge | Short-winged Green Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Deuterophlebia coloradensis | Acanthoxyla inermis |
| Order | Diptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Deuterophlebiidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 80-110mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mountain Midge
A tiny midge whose larvae cling to rocks in fast-flowing alpine streams with suction discs.
Did You Know?
Adults have bizarre fan-shaped wings that are useless for flight.
Short-winged Green Stick Insect
A smooth bright green stick insect native to New Zealand. All known individuals are female. It has tiny vestigial wings that are useless for flight. It feeds on a wide variety of native plants.
Did You Know?
No males have ever been found for this species; the entire population reproduces through obligate parthenogenesis.