Title Species Images PSG Number Species Name Author (Describer) Year Described Subfamily Locality Culture Status Reproduction Wings Female Size (mm) Male Size (mm) Foodplants Vernacular Names Previous Names Difficulty Rating* Warnings* Disclaimer:

PSG 9 Extatosoma tiaratum

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9 Extatosoma tiaratum Macleay 1827 Extatosomatinae Australia In culture Sexual 120 90 Bramble, Eucalyptus, Hawthorn, Oak, Pyracantha, Raspberry, Rose Giant Prickly, Giant Spiny Stick Insect, Spiny Leaf Insect,Macleay's Spectre Quite easy Chemical defence spray

* 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.