Phasmid Care Sheet

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Species

PSG 277 Phryganistria heussi heusii

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Foodplants This species will usually eat: Bramble
Cage Requirements
  • Cage should be at least 65 cm tall
  • Room temperature
Misting
Reproduction In this species, both males and females exist and they reproduce sexually, by mating, where the male transfers sperm to the female, which she uses to fertilise her eggs (ova).
Ova
Ova Incubation Period
Ova Success Rate
Months to Maturity
Lifespan
Notes The culture originated from Cuc Phuong National Park in North Vietnam. A few people in Continental Europe havethem in culture. The type specimens (one male, one female) were both 250mm.
Difficulty Rating* Quite difficult
Any Warnings*
Disclaimer:

* Please note the warnings and difficulty rating are intended as an indicator only. The warnings are not an exhaustive list and other potentially dangerous behaviour may be exhibited by phasmids that is not listed here. Phasmids are wild creatures and should be treated with respect and handled with caution. Adults should always supervise children when handling phasmids.