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Taxonomic Classification- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum:
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Phasmida
- Family: Heteropterygidae
- Sub Family:
- Genus: Heteropteryx
- Species: Dilatata
Stick and Leaf Insects: Heteropteryx Dilatata
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Care Sheet
Diet: Bramble, rose and raspberry leaves
Housing: 45x45x60cm arboreal vivarium
Substrate: Coir/sand at around 5 inches deep for egg laying
Temperature: 20°c to 30°c
Humidity:60/70%
Additional notes:
The dilatata require relatively high humidity levels but also good ventilation to avoid mould build up and bacteria
