Pink winged stick insect (Sipyloidea sipylus)
Invertebrates · Difficulty: Beginner
Key facts and care guidance for Pink winged stick insect (Sipyloidea sipylus) (origin: Madagascar; widely introduced across South-East Asia). Adult size around females ~8–9 cm. Life expectancy approx. 6–9 months. The values below are carefully researched guidance.
Short answers
Pink winged stick insect: How big does the enclosure need to be?
30×30×40 cm for several animals.
Pink winged stick insect: What temperature does it need?
Daytime 20–26 °C, basking spot no warm spot needed, at night 18–20 °C.
Pink winged stick insect: Does it need UVB lighting?
UVB: No UVB needed.
Pink winged stick insect: How long do they live?
Life expectancy: approx. 6–9 months.
Pink winged stick insect: Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes – it is considered suitable for beginners (difficulty: Beginner).
Climate
- Daytime temperature
- 20–26 °C
- Night temperature
- 18–20 °C
- Basking spot
- no warm spot needed
- Humidity
- 60–75 %
- UVB
- No UVB needed
Enclosure
- Minimum size
- 30×30×40 cm for several animals
- Substrate
- Coco humus or kitchen paper; mist regularly
Feeding
- Food
- Bramble, oak, hazel, rose, ivy
- Feeding interval
- fresh leaves at all times; mist every 1–2 days
Key facts
- Adult size
- females ~8–9 cm
- Life expectancy
- approx. 6–9 months
- Origin
- Madagascar; widely introduced across South-East Asia
- Protection status
- Not protected
- Brumation
- None
- Cohabitation
- A group is common and unproblematic: extremely peaceful. Also does well kept singly – the animals do not depend on each other.
Notes
One of the easiest species there is, and therefore good for getting started. Purely parthenogenetic — males are practically unknown. It glues its eggs to leaves and glass rather than dropping them. It flies short distances when disturbed, so take care when opening the enclosure.
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What you need to start
To keep Pink winged stick insect (Sipyloidea sipylus) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (30×30×40 cm for several animals), substrate (Coco humus or kitchen paper; mist regularly), a heat source with a thermostat, UVB lighting, thermometer and hygrometer, a water dish and hides. You will find equipment in the Reptoria marketplace.
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Last updated: 25 September 2026 · Editor: Reptoria editorial team · Sources include: https://dubiaroaches.com/blogs/invert-care/pink-wing-stick-insect-care-sheet, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sipyloidea_sipylus, https://reptilesupply.com/blogs/misc-invertebrate-care-sheets/how-to-care-for-your-pink-wing-stick-insect
All values are non-binding guidance and do not replace expert advice. Research thoroughly from several sources before acquiring and keeping an animal, and observe the applicable law (species and animal protection in particular).