Spiny Leaf Insect adult female.

Spiny Leaf Insect (Extatosoma tiaratum)

$25.00 - $30.00
(146 reviews)
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Description

Minibeast Wildlife - Ethical Captive Breeder

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.
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Reviews

  • 5
    Daughter loves her new addition.

    Posted by Jess M on 2nd May 2023

    My daughter thanks you for a 'female'.. You have made a very 9 y.o

  • 4
    Spiny stick insect

    Posted by monique redfern on 25th Apr 2023

    Great public relations, answering all questions and concerns, highly recommended.

  • 5
    My class absolutely love their insects.

    Posted by Elise on 10th Apr 2023

    My class absolutely love their insects and looking after them. They are easy to care for, with the children looking after them. Great for incorporating into our science unit of living and non living. Our insects arrived promptly and beautifully equipped for their journey. I have also experienced these insects in Tasmanian schools

  • 5
    Amazing!

    Posted by Matthew Cornwall on 7th Apr 2023

    Our two little girls arrived promptly, happy and healthy. Extremely active pair that has kept the whole family entertained since their arrival. Settled quickly and showed a keen preference to acacia leaves. So happy with the purchase and look forward to shopping with Minibeasts again.

  • 5
    Spiny leaf insect

    Posted by Jack on 14th Mar 2023

    Our new little critters are just the best!!! They arrived quickly. Really enjoying them. Mini beasts were lovely to deal with.

  • 5
    Spiny Leaf insect Female/Male

    Posted by Flynn Mcvey on 6th Mar 2023

    I am 8 years old and think they are the best pets! Fascinating, exciting, cool to look after and so weird!

  • 5
    Spiny Leaf Insect for my 8 year old Son

    Posted by Victoria on 20th Feb 2023

    Such an awesome pet! Nice and healthy insects when we received them. Very fast postage. Have bought a make and another female since and they are just as good. My son loves looking at the and after them.

  • 5
    Sony leaf insects

    Posted by Anngoetz on 26th Dec 2022

    Even though 2 were very small,,. Very happy with them. All arrived safe and well. Can you tell me the name of the plant in the box please

  • 5
    Spiny leaf

    Posted by Kylie Mobberley on 26th Dec 2022

    My girls came safe and sound . One was a bit hazed from the trip but came good after a couple of days and both are delightful ! My sons amazed by them . Even had a moult it was so interesting . Easy to care for and very interesting . Thankyou