Two-striped Walkingstick

Found in open woodlands, scrublands, and residential gardens, often resting under tree bark or inside vegetation during the day.

Herbivorous, feeding primarily on the leaves of various trees and shrubs including oaks, rosemary, and lyonia.

Notable for their sexual dimorphism where the small male is often found riding on the back of the larger female. They are nocturnal and possess a powerful chemical defense mechanism.

Benefits the ecosystem by breaking down plant matter. Significant risk to humans and pets: they can accurately spray a caustic chemical from glands behind their head that causes intense pain and temporary blindness if it hits the eyes.