Chans Megastick vs Giant Brazilian Longhorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Chans Megastick | Giant Brazilian Longhorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phobaeticus chani | Derobrachus geminatus |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Phasmatidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 357 mm body (567 mm with legs) | 60-90 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Asia | South America (Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina) |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
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.
Giant Brazilian Longhorn
A very large longhorn beetle with powerful mandibles and long, segmented antennae. The body is dark brown to black with a rough, sculptured texture. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to lights. Larvae bore into the roots of large trees.
Did You Know?
Its larvae can spend up to five years developing inside tree roots before emerging as adults that live only a few weeks.