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PSG 2 Pseudodiacantha macklottii

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PSG Number 2
Species Name Pseudodiacantha macklottii
Author (Describer) de Haan
Year Described 1842
Subfamily Necrosciinae
Locality Java, West Java
Culture Status In culture
Reproduction Sexual
Wings Wings but cannot fly/glide
Female Size (mm) 70
Male Size (mm) 55
Foodplants Rhododendron
Vernacular Names Javanese Lichen Stick-Insect, Mossy Stick
Previous Names Orxines macklottii
Difficulty Rating*
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.