Heteronemiidae
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Parabacillus
Short-horn Walkingsticks
Parabacillus is a genus of short-horn walkingsticks in the family Heteronemiidae, established by Caudell in 1903. The genus contains at least three described species: Parabacillus coloradus, P. hesperus, and P. palmeri. These stick insects are native to western North America and are characterized by their cryptic, twig-like appearance. They are seldom encountered due to their excellent camouflage.