Malayan Stick Insect vs South American Eucalyptus Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malayan Stick Insect | South American Eucalyptus Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phobaeticus serratipes | Lophyrotoma zonalis |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Phasmatidae | Pergidae |
| Size | Body 270-330 mm, total with legs up to 550 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand | Australia, invasive in South America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Malayan Stick Insect
An extremely long stick insect with serrated legs that was once the longest known insect. Females can reach over 300 mm in body length alone.
Did You Know?
Before the discovery of P. chani, this species held the world record as the longest insect.
South American Eucalyptus Sawfly
A dark-bodied pergid sawfly that has become a significant pest of eucalyptus plantations in South America. Larvae are gregarious and can cause severe defoliation.
Did You Know?
This Australian native became a major pest after eucalyptus was widely planted in South America, far from its natural enemies.