Sipyloidea Tuberculata Stick Insect vs Crimson Rose
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sipyloidea Tuberculata Stick Insect | Crimson Rose |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sipyloidea tuberculata | Pachliopta hector |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lonchodidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 7-10 cm | Wingspan 90-120mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | China (Guangxi) | Asia |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Sipyloidea Tuberculata Stick Insect
A winged stick insect from southern China with small tubercles along its thorax. It was recently described from specimens collected in Guangxi.
Did You Know?
It was described as a new species during a comprehensive revision of Chinese Necrosciinae stick insects.
Crimson Rose
A striking black swallowtail with bright crimson patches on the hindwings and a red body. It is a model species for mimicry by other butterflies.
Did You Know?
Its body contains toxic aristolochic acids from its larval food plant making it unpalatable and a model for multiple mimic species.