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PSG 31 Creoxylus spinosus

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PSG Number 31
Species Name Creoxylus spinosus
Author (Describer) Fabricius
Year Described 1775
Subfamily Xerosomatinae
Locality Trinidad & Tobago, Guyana, French Guiana
Culture Status In culture
Reproduction Sexual
Wings Males only winged
Female Size (mm) 55
Male Size (mm) 50
Foodplants Bramble, Hawthorn, Ivy, Oak, Raspberry, Rose
Vernacular Names Trinidad Log
Previous Names
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.