Macleay's Spectre vs Giant Jawed Longhorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Macleay's Spectre | Giant Jawed Longhorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Extatosoma popa | Macrodontia dejeanii |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Phasmatidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 10-14 cm | 50-85 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Papua New Guinea | Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Macleay's Spectre
A large, leaf-mimicking phasmid closely related to the giant prickly stick insect. Its body is covered in lobed projections resembling dried leaves.
Did You Know?
Its lobed body appendages curl and resemble dead, decaying leaves to perfection.
Giant Jawed Longhorn
A large prionine with impressive curved mandibles from the tropical forests of South America. While smaller than the famous M. cervicornis, it is still a formidable insect. Males use their enlarged mandibles in combat over females.
Did You Know?
The mandibles of males can account for nearly a third of total body length and are used like antlers in combat.