Mediterranean Webspinner vs Chans Megastick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mediterranean Webspinner | Chans Megastick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Haploembia solieri | Phobaeticus chani |
| Order | Embioptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Oligotomidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 357 mm body (567 mm with legs) |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Mediterranean Europe, North Africa | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Mediterranean Webspinner
A small, brown webspinner native to the Mediterranean region. It constructs silk tunnels on rocks and walls, and reproduces parthenogenetically in many populations.
Did You Know?
Many populations consist entirely of females that reproduce without mating, a rare trait among insects.
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.