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PSG 131 Leiophasma adustum

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PSG Number 131
Species Name Leiophasma adustum
Author (Describer) Redtenbacher
Year Described 1906
Subfamily Leiophasmatinae
Locality Madagascar
Culture Status Lost from culture
Reproduction Sexual
Wings Wingless
Female Size (mm) 115
Male Size (mm) 75
Foodplants Guava.
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* 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.