Phyllium giganteum

Place of origin - Malaysia

Sex - Female

Body length - Approx. 4"

Frame size - 8.75" X 10.75" X 1.25"

Frame color - black only
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Details

Also known as the "moving leaf", this stick insect is safely camouflaged within a tree or bush, where they feed on the leaves of the tropical plants. As its name implies, the phyllium giganteum is the largest known leaf insect.


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