Betulifoliatus

Betulifoliatus is a species of walking stick insect in the family Phasmatodea. It is a type of stick insect that is native to Malaysia and is found in rainforests on the island of Borneo.

The betulifoliatus is a relatively small species of walking stick, with a body length of approximately 4-5 centimeters and a wingspan of around 6-7 centimeters. It has a distinctive elongated body shape, with a flat, oval-shaped abdomen and a long, pointed ovipositor. The insect's coloration is green, with white or cream-colored markings on its antennae and joints.

Betulifoliatus is a nocturnal species, spending most of its time at rest on branches or leaves during the day. At night, it emerges to feed on leaves and shoots of various plant species. The insect's diet consists mainly of leaves, stems, and flowers of trees and shrubs, including those belonging to the families Celastraceae, Connaraceae, and Sabiaceae.

Like other members of the family Phasmatodea, betulifoliatus engages in a unique form of camouflage, mimicking the shape and coloration of twigs or leaves to avoid detection by predators. The insect's legs and body are adapted to move stiffly, in a manner similar to that of a twig or leaf caught in a breeze.

Betulifoliatus is not a well-studied species, and more research is needed to fully understand its biology, behavior, and ecology. However, its unique appearance and behavior make it an interesting subject for entomologists and naturalists.