Chans Megastick vs Metriophasma Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Chans Megastick | Metriophasma Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phobaeticus chani | Metriophasma diocles |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Phasmatidae | Pseudophasmatidae |
| Size | 357 mm body (567 mm with legs) | 5-8 cm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Asia | Panama, Costa Rica |
| 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.
Metriophasma Stick Insect
A medium-sized neotropical stick insect studied for its neural locomotion systems. It has been a model organism in neurobiology research.
Did You Know?
It is widely used in neuroscience labs to study how insect nervous systems control walking and leg coordination.