The pink-winged phasma (Podacanthus typhon) is a species of stick insect that is endemic to Australia.

Range This species is endemic to Australia where it is found along the South-East coast in the Murray-Darling basin, New South Wales.Swiftdsl.com.au

Identification The mesothorax of the pink-winged phasma is reduced in size and has small spines. The large wings are attached to the mesothorax. Underneath the body are spines that cover a small part of the thorax and abdomen. The legs are reddish pink. P. typhon is a small stick insect compared to the titan stick insect. Its size is similar to the children's stick insect, reaching a length of about 110 mm.Swiftdsl.com.au

See also List of Australian stick insects and mantids

References

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External links Phasmid Study Group: Podacanthus typhon