Spiny Leaf Insect (Extatosoma tiaratum)
$25.00 - $30.00
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.
You will need:
- An enclosure
- Access to Eucalyptus (Gum) trees or other suitable food plants.
- A misting bottle
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Reviews
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Spiny Leaf Insect
Such a fast service, my daughter is over the moon with her little spiny leaf. She is the cutest little thing.
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Spiny leaf insect
We got a delivery to my mother in law's for my son's birthday Two weeks later one of the insects died we ordered another one and you gave us a bonus insect which was fantastic Wonderful customer service Definitely recommend ?
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Cute Babies
Our babies arrived healthy and happy, and are adjusting well to the enclosure. We've got a variety of leaves in there for them to munch on though they haven't shown much interest yet which is a bit concerning. They enjoy swaying from side to side, exploring their surroundings and escaping every now and again. Thanks MiniBeast Wildlife for getting them to us alive and well. :-)
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Spiny leaf insect
Very cute :) arrived promptly and healthy with leaves!
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Daughter loves her new addition.
My daughter thanks you for a 'female'.. You have made a very 9 y.o
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Spiny stick insect
Great public relations, answering all questions and concerns, highly recommended.
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My class absolutely love their insects.
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
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Amazing!
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.
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Spiny leaf insect
Our new little critters are just the best!!! They arrived quickly. Really enjoying them. Mini beasts were lovely to deal with.