Chans Megastick vs Tulip-tree Silk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Chans Megastick | Tulip-tree Silk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phobaeticus chani | Callosamia angulifera |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Phasmatidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 357 mm body (567 mm with legs) | 80-110 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Asia | Eastern United States |
| 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.
Tulip-tree Silk Moth
A large silk moth similar to the promethea but with more angular wing shapes and richer coloring. It is closely associated with tulip tree forests of the eastern United States.
Did You Know?
The tulip-tree silk moth spins a distinctive leaf-wrapped cocoon that hangs from a branch by a silk peduncle, swaying in the wind all winter.