Sulphur Beetle vs Texan Walkingstick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sulphur Beetle | Texan Walkingstick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cteniopus sulphureus | Diapheromera texana |
| Order | Coleoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Tenebrionidae | Diapheromeridae |
| Size | 7-10mm | 5-8 cm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | United States (Texas, New Mexico) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sulphur Beetle
A bright sulphur-yellow beetle that looks more like a flower beetle than a typical darkling beetle. It is common on coastal flowers in summer.
Did You Know?
Despite belonging to the typically dark darkling beetle family it is one of the few members that is brightly colored.
Texan Walkingstick
A walkingstick found in sandy habitats of western Texas and New Mexico. It is well adapted to arid, open environments.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few walkingsticks adapted to life in sandy desert habitats rather than woodland or forest.