Malabar Large White vs Creoxylus Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malabar Large White | Creoxylus Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pieris brassicae mahometana | Creoxylus spinosus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Pieridae | Pseudophasmatidae |
| Size | 55-65 mm wingspan | 5-8 cm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Western Ghats, India | Colombia, Ecuador, Peru |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Malabar Large White
A rare subspecies of the Large White butterfly endemic to the Western Ghats of India. Found only in high-altitude forests. Threatened by habitat degradation.
Did You Know?
A high-altitude relict population isolated in the Western Ghats since the last ice age.
Creoxylus Stick Insect
A spiny neotropical stick insect with bright warning coloration. It has short, colorful wings used for startle displays.
Did You Know?
When threatened, it flashes its brightly colored wings while releasing a foul-smelling defensive spray.