Giant Stick Insect vs Goliath Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Stick Insect | Goliath Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phobaeticus kirbyi | Eurycnema goliath |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Phasmatidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 25-33 cm | 200-250 mm (females) |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Malaysia (Borneo), Brunei | Oceania |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Giant Stick Insect
A very large stick insect from Borneo with extremely elongated legs. Males are slender and capable of flight with their well-developed wings.
Did You Know?
Its legs alone can span over 20 cm, allowing it to bridge gaps between branches in the canopy.
Goliath Stick Insect
Australias largest stick insect at up to 250 mm. Females are vivid green with small red wings they flash in threat displays. Males are slender brown and can fly.
Did You Know?
When threatened, this giant stick insect opens tiny red wings and produces a hissing sound — creating a startling threat display from an otherwise perfectly camouflaged insect.