Parasipyloidea Stick Insect vs Banded Peacock

Side-by-side species comparison

Attribute Parasipyloidea Stick Insect Banded Peacock
Scientific Name Parasipyloidea sipylus Papilio crino
Order Phasmatodea Lepidoptera
Family Lonchodidae Papilionidae
Size 6-9 cm Wingspan 80-100mm
Habitat Forests Heathland
Diet Herbivores Herbivores
Regions Indonesia, Malaysia Asia
Conservation Least Concern Least Concern

Parasipyloidea Stick Insect

A slender winged stick insect closely related to Sipyloidea. It has translucent wings with faintly pink or yellowish tints.

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Did You Know?

It was originally classified in Sipyloidea before being recognized as a distinct genus based on morphological differences.

Banded Peacock

A stunning swallowtail with emerald green bands on velvety black wings. The hindwings have red and blue markings near the tail.

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Did You Know?

Unlike most swallowtails it prefers dry rocky habitats and can often be seen mud-puddling on hot rocks.