Stratocles Walkingstick vs Demon Charaxes
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Stratocles Walkingstick | Demon Charaxes |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stratocles multilineatus | Charaxes lucretius |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pseudophasmatidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 5-8 cm | 70-90 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Brazil, Peru, Colombia | Central Africa (Cameroon, Gabon, Congo, DRC) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Stratocles Walkingstick
A multi-lined walkingstick from South America with several faint longitudinal stripes. It is found in tropical forests of the Amazon region.
Did You Know?
Its multiple body stripes break up its outline, providing camouflage against striped bark and stems.
Demon Charaxes
A large forest Charaxes with deep black upperside marked with blue iridescence in males. Females are larger and browner. The underside has intricate leaf-like patterning providing excellent camouflage.
Did You Know?
When resting with wings closed, this butterfly is almost invisible against the bark of forest trees thanks to its cryptic underside.