Peruvian Net-winged Beetle vs Dwarf Thorny Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Peruvian Net-winged Beetle | Dwarf Thorny Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calopteron bifasciatum | Haaniella parva |
| Order | Coleoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Lycidae | Heteropterygidae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | 2.5-4 cm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | South America, Peru | Malaysia (Borneo) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Peruvian Net-winged Beetle
A medium-sized neotropical net-winged beetle with orange elytra bearing two broad dark transverse bands. The reticulated wing covers and flattened body are characteristic of the family.
Did You Know?
The bold banding pattern is shared by many distantly related insects in the same habitat, forming an extensive mimicry complex.
Dwarf Thorny Stick Insect
The smallest member of the genus Haaniella, with males reaching only about 3 cm. Despite its small size, it retains the family's characteristic spines.
Did You Know?
At only 2.5 cm, males of this species are tiny compared to the 17 cm female jungle nymphs in the same family.