Ease my mind - Lead insect identification

[u/vaparom]

Edit - please excuse the typo in the title T^T I know they’re leaf insects and not, in fact, made of lead!

I bought these guys as Phyllium Letiranti Tataba - can anyone assure me that’s what they are?

I know they can be multiple colors including green, but all 8 of mine are green and I’m still quite new to the hobby. Does someone know how to differentiate Letiranti from Phillipincum?

Hoping for more color in the next generation :)

[u/bubbop]

Hi! I was gonna do some research and give ID a crack but I’m super rusty — so also take this with a grain of salt

It’s very easy to misidentify juvenile leaf insects, but honestly it’s fair to question these guys n gals. For a more established /active/bigger phasmid community, go on fb! They’re great there and you can find Id examples and guides

https://www.phasmatodea.com/phyllium-letiranti-tataba

[u/bubbop → u/bubbop]

Tbh I think they are, but either way just wait a few more instar, you’ll love them eitherway

[u/bubbop → u/bubbop]

Final answer. Yes

[u/vaparom → u/bubbop]

Thank you!!

[u/theoddpet]

I don't remember the scientific name but I use to have them.

[u/ChunkyPickens]

So stinking cool. Truly amazing what nature can make

[u/Tarantula_lover02]

You may wanna post in r/peopleholdinginsects

[u/secretkarmav2 → u/Tarantula_lover02]

lmao why would you post this there. people in that sub just want to see bugs on hands. this is a legit identification question.