Northern Two-striped Walkingstick vs Fiddler Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Northern Two-striped Walkingstick | Fiddler Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anisomorpha ferruginea | Eupoecila australasiae |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Pseudophasmatidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 4-6 cm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Gardens |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | United States (South-central) | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Northern Two-striped Walkingstick
A tan to brown walkingstick found in the south-central United States. It is sometimes called the 'musk mare' for its chemical spray.
Did You Know?
Like its southern relative, it sprays a milky, irritating chemical called anisomorphal at predators.
Fiddler Beetle
A distinctive scarab beetle with green and yellow violin-shaped markings on its back. It is commonly found in gardens across eastern Australia.
Did You Know?
The fiddle-shaped pattern on its back gives this beetle its common name.