An overwhelming favourite, the Spiny Leaf Insect is a hardy pet, easy to keep and a fascinating addition to your home or school.
As far as insect pets go, Spiny leaf insects are a winner! They have amazing camouflage, and are able to be handled gently. These captive-bred insects mainly feed on eucalyptus leaves, and can be kept in groups or on their own. As adults, the females have short, flightless wings, and the adult males have long wings and are capable of flying short distances. Females are also able to reproduce without a male!
Adult female 150mm (sold as juveniles ~30mm in body length)
- Also known as Macleay's Spectre after their distinctive camouflage.
- Suitable for all ages and experience levels. Great to handle!
- Feeds on Eucalyptus leaves and much more.
- Captive bred through our environmentally sustainable breeding program.
- All Minibeast Wildlife animals are covered by our seven day Minibeast Guarantee and have a free downloadable Care Guide
- Guaranteed to be mite and parasite free.
- An enclosure
- Access to Eucalyptus (Gum) trees or other suitable food plants.
- A misting bottle
Reviews
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SPINY LEAF INSECT
The kids love their new pet! it arrived 2 days after it was shipped.
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Excellent service
Excellent customer service from Minibeast, Deanna organised timely delivery for us and we received the insects in time for my Son’s birthday. Insect arrived happy and healthy.
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Great to just watch
Great to watch she is beautiful
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Spiny leaf insects
My sons love their new pets! They are even venturing to my eldest sons kindy this week as he wants to show them off to all of his friends.
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We are so happy with our new little insect friends. The children are currently coming up with a list of names. They are so excited to come to kinder to see their new friends.
Quick delivery and our insects arrived safe and sound after their journey.
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Would purchase from them again
Very happy with my little insect. She arrived healthy.
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Awesome delivery
Both insects arrived safe and healthy, one has already shed after less than a week. My son is extremely happy with his new pets.
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Spiney leaf insect
Fast shipping, packed nicely, information sheet also enclosed.. cutest little guys ever
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Couldn't recommend more
"Fiona" was a birthday present for my son. Australia Post (even express posted) took a few days longer than expected especially as we're remote WA but she was very well packed and, other than being a bit thirsty, she was in good health. Minibeasts were very quick to respond to emails and assist with the WA entry permit requirements, you can tell they care about the bugs they send out. Felt prepared to keep her when she came, the care sheet provided was thorough and very helpful. My son's interest has now become a family obsession, not sure what we should get next!