Spiny Leaf Insect vs New Guinea Spiny Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spiny Leaf Insect | New Guinea Spiny Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phyllium westwoodii | Eurycantha horrida |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Phylliidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 70-100mm | 100-140 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Asia | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Spiny Leaf Insect
A large leaf insect with a bright green flat body edged with small teeth-like spines. The female body is virtually identical to a broad green leaf. Males are smaller with functional wings for flight.
Did You Know?
Females lay eggs that look exactly like plant seeds, and the eggs can take up to 6 months to hatch.
New Guinea Spiny Stick Insect
A robust, dark-colored stick insect densely covered in sharp tubercles and spines. It is nocturnal and hides in communal groups in crevices during the day.
Did You Know?
Groups of up to 20 individuals shelter together in the same crevice during the day, making them one of the most social stick insect species known.