Australian Giant Earwig vs Dobson's Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Australian Giant Earwig | Dobson's Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Titanolabis colossea | Clitarchus hookeri |
| Order | Dermaptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Anisolabididae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 40-50 mm | 80-100mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Oceania | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Australian Giant Earwig
The largest living earwig species, reaching up to 50 mm long. It is a burrowing, wingless species found in eastern Australia.
Did You Know?
This enormous earwig can deliver a painful pinch with its massive forceps if handled carelessly.
Dobson's Stick Insect
New Zealand's most common stick insect, found in gardens and native bush throughout the country. It ranges from bright green to brown. Some populations are entirely female and parthenogenetic.
Did You Know?
It was accidentally introduced to the United Kingdom via imported plants and now has established populations in southwest England.