Ripper's Stick insect (Onchestus ripperae)

Ripper's Stick insect Onchestus ripperae

Sold as juveniles – Captive Bred

A relatively newly described species, this species is currently known only from the rainforests west of Mackay, QLD. The adult male sports extremely short wings which are used for threat displays.

Adult Body Length Female 11cm Male 9cm
Foodplants Eucalyptus & Syzygium

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