Crown Stick-insect (Onchestus rentzi)

Crown Stick-insect Onchestus rentzi

Sold as juveniles – Captive Bred

Perfect rainforest species for beginners, easy to keep and rather robust.

Adult Body Length Females 9-11cm Males 8-9cm
Foodplants Eucalyptus

Notes
A personal favourite in the bug room, this species has a lichen form with distinctive white stripes. Their common name refers to the fact most look like they are wearing a tiny crown. They are an active species and can be found on nearly any surface of the enclosure, not just hanging from leaves like other species.

This species should not be kept with other Onchestus species, the young nymphs and eggs can be difficult to differentiate.