Sumac Flea Beetle vs Malagasy Walking Stick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sumac Flea Beetle | Malagasy Walking Stick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blepharida rhois | Achrioptera impennis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Achriopteridae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 140-210 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Sumac Flea Beetle
A relatively large flea beetle with a mottled brown and tan pattern providing excellent camouflage on sumac bark. Despite its size, it retains the powerful jumping ability of flea beetles.
Did You Know?
Larvae of this beetle carry a shield of their own excrement mixed with toxic compounds from their sumac host plant.
Malagasy Walking Stick
A large, wingless stick insect with a robust green body covered in small tubercles and spiny projections. Females can reach over 20 cm in length.
Did You Know?
Its species name 'impennis' means wingless, distinguishing it from relatives that have retained at least vestigial wing buds.