Douglas-fir Timema vs Titan Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Douglas-fir Timema | Titan Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Timema douglasi | Acrophylla titan |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Timematidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 1.5-2 cm | 160-260 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | United States (Oregon), United States (Northern California) | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Douglas-fir Timema
A parthenogenetic timema that feeds on old-growth Douglas fir. All-female populations can occasionally cause noticeable defoliation.
Did You Know?
It reproduces entirely without males and can reach outbreak densities that defoliate old-growth Douglas fir trees.
Titan Stick Insect
One of the longest stick insects in Australia and among the longest insects in the world. Females can reach over 250 mm in body length with legs extended to nearly half a meter.
Did You Know?
Female titan stick insects drop their eggs from the treetops to the forest floor below, where they may take over two years to hatch.