Blue Stick Insect vs Chans Megastick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Stick Insect | Chans Megastick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Achrioptera manga | Phobaeticus chani |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Achriopteridae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 120-240mm | 357 mm body (567 mm with legs) |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Africa | Asia |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Data Deficient |
Blue Stick Insect
A spectacular stick insect where males are electric blue with bright orange wings. Females are much larger and brown with rudimentary wings. It is endemic to northern Madagascar.
Did You Know?
Males are electric blue with vivid orange wings, making them one of the most colorful insects on Earth.
Chans Megastick
The longest insect in the world at 567 mm (with legs extended). Discovered in Borneo in 1989. Only six specimens have ever been collected.
Did You Know?
Chans megastick is the longest insect ever discovered at 56.7 cm — over half a meter long. Only six specimens have ever been found, all from the canopy of Borneo.