Pink-winged phasma
# Pink-winged phasma

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

## Range

This species is endemic to Australia. More specifically, it is found along the South-East coast, in the Murray-Darling basin, New South Wales.

## Identification

The meso thorax 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.

