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PSG 281 Pterinoxylus crassus

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PSG Number 281
Species Name Pterinoxylus crassus
Author (Describer) Kirby
Year Described 1899
Subfamily Cladomorphinae
Locality ? Caribbean
Culture Status In culture
Reproduction Sexual
Wings Can fly or glide
Female Size (mm) 150
Male Size (mm) 110
Foodplants Eucalyptus, Hawthorn, Persicaria
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Difficulty Rating* Quite difficult
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.