Tessellated Stick Insect vs Golden-backed Snipe Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tessellated Stick Insect | Golden-backed Snipe Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tessulata tessulata | Chrysopilus thoracicus |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Diptera |
| Family | Lonchodidae | Rhagionidae |
| Size | 60-80mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Asia | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Tessellated Stick Insect
A brown patterned stick insect covered in tessellated scale-like markings that resemble rough bark. Its legs are flattened and bark-like. It is a nocturnal feeder that remains motionless during the day.
Did You Know?
Its unique tessellated pattern looks like interlocking tiles of bark, a camouflage strategy unlike any other stick insect.
Golden-backed Snipe Fly
A striking fly with golden thoracic hairs and dark wings that rests head-down on foliage. Larvae are predators in soil and leaf litter.
Did You Know?
It characteristically rests on vegetation with its head pointed downward, ready to pounce on passing prey.