Giant Prickly Stick Insect vs Lackey Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Prickly Stick Insect | Lackey Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Extatosoma tiaratum | Malacosoma neustria |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Phasmatidae | Lasiocampidae |
| Size | 100-150 mm (females) | Wingspan 30-40mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Oceania | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Giant Prickly Stick Insect
Large Australian stick insect with lobed legs resembling leaves. Females drop eggs that mimic seeds — ants carry them underground to their nests where they safely develop.
Did You Know?
Giant prickly stick insect eggs have a knob that mimics a seed nutrient body — ants carry the eggs to their underground nests, unwittingly protecting them from predators.
Lackey Moth
A pale tawny moth whose colorful striped caterpillars spin communal silk tents on trees.
Did You Know?
Caterpillars live together in conspicuous silk tents on trees and march out in processions to feed.