Amazonian Giant Ant vs Giant Walkingstick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Amazonian Giant Ant | Giant Walkingstick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pachycondyla villosa | Megaphasma denticrus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Formicidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 75-180 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Central America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Amazonian Giant Ant
A large, hairy black ponerine ant with a powerful sting and strong mandibles. It is a solitary ground forager that hunts a variety of small invertebrates.
Did You Know?
Its sting is considered one of the most painful among Neotropical ants, second only to the bullet ant.
Giant Walkingstick
The longest insect native to North America at up to 180 mm. Completely wingless and nocturnal. Named for small spines under its mesofemur.
Did You Know?
At 7 inches long, this is North Americas largest insect by length — yet it is so well camouflaged as a twig that most people walk right past them without noticing.