Thorn-legged Stick Insect vs Delisle's Leaf Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Thorn-legged Stick Insect | Delisle's Leaf Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aretaon asperrimus | Pulchriphyllium delislei |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Heteropterygidae | Phylliidae |
| Size | 60-85mm | 7-9 cm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Asia | Indonesia (South Kalimantan, Borneo) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Thorn-legged Stick Insect
A heavily armored stick insect covered in sharp thorns and spines across its entire body. Its brown coloring and spiny texture make it resemble thorny bark. Males are smaller and smoother than females.
Did You Know?
Its entire body is covered in such dense thorns that it feels like a cactus and is painful to handle carelessly.
Delisle's Leaf Insect
A leaf insect from Borneo described in recent taxonomic revisions. Females display rich green coloration with subtle brown margins.
Did You Know?
It was hidden within the broad concept of Pulchriphyllium bioculatum until molecular data revealed it as a distinct species.