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PSG 278 Phyllium philippinicum

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PSG Number 278
Species Name Phyllium philippinicum
Author (Describer) Hennemann, Conle, Gottardo & Bresseel
Year Described 2009
Subfamily Phylliinae
Locality Philippines
Culture Status In culture
Reproduction Sexual
Wings Can fly or glide
Female Size (mm) 80
Male Size (mm) 55
Foodplants Bramble, Rose, Hawthorn, Guava
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Difficulty Rating*
Warnings*
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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.