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Tiny Creatures. Big Wonder.
Metallic Stick Insect
Scientific Name:
Achrioptera manga
Habitat:
Tropical forests and woodland vegetation; lives on bushes and small trees, often resting among leaves during the day.
Lifespan (months)
~12-18
Female:
Size
~10-12
Female:
~6-10
Male:
~8-10
Male:
Handling and Temperament
A slow and composed species that prefers to remain still rather than flee. Best observed on plants; any handling should be brief and careful to avoid stressing the insect.
Origin:
Madagascar — endemic to the island.
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