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Title |
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Species Images |
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PSG Number |
18 |
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Species Name |
Heteropteryx dilatata |
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Author (Describer) |
Parkinson |
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Year Described |
1798 |
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Subfamily |
Heteropteryginae |
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Locality |
Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore, Sumatra, Sarawak, Thailand |
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Culture Status |
In culture |
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Reproduction |
Sexual |
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Wings |
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Female Size (mm) |
145 |
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Male Size (mm) |
90 |
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Foodplants |
Bramble, Hawthorn, Ivy, Oak, Rose |
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Vernacular Names |
Jungle Nymph, Thorny Tree-Nymph Stick Insect |
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Previous Names |
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Difficulty Rating* |
Medium |
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Warnings* |
Sharp spines |
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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. |
