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PSG 272 Spinohirasea bengalensis

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PSG Number 272
Species Name Spinohirasea bengalensis
Author (Describer) Brunner
Year Described 1907
Subfamily Necrosciinae
Locality Vietnam
Culture Status In culture
Reproduction Sexual
Wings Wingless
Female Size (mm) 70
Male Size (mm) 50
Foodplants Bramble, Hypericum, Ivy, Raspberry
Vernacular Names Spiny Green Stick Insect
Previous Names Spinniphasma crassithorax
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.