Giant Walkingstick vs Cream-spot Tiger Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Walkingstick | Cream-spot Tiger Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megaphasma denticrus | Arctia villica |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Phasmatidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 75-180 mm | 50-65 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Cream-spot Tiger Moth
A striking black moth with cream-white spots and orange hindwings with dark patches.
Did You Know?
It clicks its tymbal organs to jam bat echolocation.