Versine Stick Insect vs Unarmed Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Versine Stick Insect | Unarmed Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eurycnema versirubra | Clitarchus tepaki |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Phasmatidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 12-20 cm | 6-9 cm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | New Zealand (Northland) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Versine Stick Insect
A large, bright green Australian stick insect with red coloring at the base of its wings. It is frequently encountered in suburban gardens.
Did You Know?
It is sometimes called the 'red-winged stick insect' due to its bright red wing bases visible during flight.
Unarmed Stick Insect
A smooth-bodied stick insect endemic to the far north of New Zealand. It is slimmer than its relative Clitarchus hookeri.
Did You Know?
It is restricted to the northernmost tip of New Zealand's North Island around Cape Reinga.