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LHIB has managed a captive population of Phasmids on the Island since 2008. This captive population is made up of approximately 300 adults and varying numbers of juveniles. Cared for by the LHIB World Heritage Team, the Phasmids are supplied with fresh water and a variety of fresh leafy vegetation including Banyan, Bloodwood and Melaleuca.
The enclosures are cleaned regularly. The Phasmids’ general health is monitored for signs of Serratia, a common bacteria which can reduce life expectancy and is known to occur in damp environments on LHI.