Green Hairstreak vs Chans Megastick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green Hairstreak | Chans Megastick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Callophrys rubi | Phobaeticus chani |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | Wingspan 26-34mm | 357 mm body (567 mm with legs) |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, Africa | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Green Hairstreak
A small butterfly with plain brown uppersides but stunning iridescent green undersides. It always rests with wings closed showing only the green underside.
Did You Know?
It is the only green butterfly in Britain and its color comes from photonic crystals in the wing scales not pigment.
Chans Megastick
The longest insect in the world at 567 mm (with legs extended). Discovered in Borneo in 1989. Only six specimens have ever been collected.
Did You Know?
Chans megastick is the longest insect ever discovered at 56.7 cm — over half a meter long. Only six specimens have ever been found, all from the canopy of Borneo.