Giant Walkingstick vs Bhaskara's Leaf Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Walkingstick | Bhaskara's Leaf Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megaphasma denticrus | Pulchriphyllium bhaskarai |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Phasmatidae | Phylliidae |
| Size | 75-180 mm | 6-8 cm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Indonesia (Java) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Giant Walkingstick
The longest insect native to North America at up to 180 mm. Completely wingless and nocturnal. Named for small spines under its mesofemur.
Did You Know?
At 7 inches long, this is North Americas largest insect by length — yet it is so well camouflaged as a twig that most people walk right past them without noticing.
Bhaskara's Leaf Insect
A leaf insect endemic to Java, Indonesia, recently separated from closely related species. It has distinctly rounded abdominal lobes.
Did You Know?
It was only recognized as a distinct species in 2021, previously being lumped with mainland Asian leaf insects.