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PSG 35 Diapheromera (Diapheromera) femorata

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PSG Number 35
Species Name Diapheromera (Diapheromera) femorata
Author (Describer) Say
Year Described 1824
Subfamily Diapheromerinae
Locality USA & Canada
Culture Status Tentative culture
Reproduction Sexual
Wings Wingless
Female Size (mm) 75
Male Size (mm) 65
Foodplants Oak, Bramble, Rose
Vernacular Names Northern Walking Stick, Common American Walkingstick, Walkingstick (USA)
Previous Names Diapheromera femorata
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.