Nanling Stick Insect vs Zela Metalmark
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Nanling Stick Insect | Zela Metalmark |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neohirasea nanlingensis | Emesis zela |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lonchodidae | Riodinidae |
| Size | 5-7 cm | 25-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | China (Guangdong, Nanling Mountains) | Southeastern Arizona, southwestern New Mexico, Mexico |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Nanling Stick Insect
A stick insect recently described from the Nanling Mountains of Guangdong, China. It is closely related to other Chinese Neohirasea species.
Did You Know?
The Nanling Mountains are a major biodiversity hotspot with many endemic insect species.
Zela Metalmark
A small butterfly with rust-brown wings marked with fine dark lines and subtle metallic scaling. It inhabits mountain canyons in the borderlands of Arizona and Mexico.
Did You Know?
It is one of the target species for butterfly watchers visiting the famous canyons of southeastern Arizona.