The Jungle Nymph (Heteropteryx dilatata)
… is an insect that many must have seen around their garden (if they live in Malaysia). This type of insect looks like a green leaf and uses its camouflage for its defense. Recently, raising this species as pets has become a trend amongst insect lovers. A female dilatata is larger in size and is green in color with a heavy back. Male dilatata are smaller and brown in color and looks like sticks. Many agreed that raising this creature as pets are interesting as they are not as harmful as a lot of other killer insects. It is recommended for those who wish to breed insects at home should start with H. dilatata as they a lot easier to care for.
(text via: ItsNature.org)
