Northern Two-striped Walkingstick vs Lord Howe Island Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Northern Two-striped Walkingstick | Lord Howe Island Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anisomorpha ferruginea | Dryococelus australis |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Pseudophasmatidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 4-6 cm | 120-150 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Heathland |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | United States (South-central) | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
Northern Two-striped Walkingstick
A tan to brown walkingstick found in the south-central United States. It is sometimes called the 'musk mare' for its chemical spray.
Did You Know?
Like its southern relative, it sprays a milky, irritating chemical called anisomorphal at predators.
Lord Howe Island Stick Insect
Once thought extinct after rats were introduced in 1918, a tiny population was rediscovered in 2001 on Balls Pyramid, a volcanic sea stack 23 km from Lord Howe Island.
Did You Know?
Fewer than 30 individuals were found clinging to a single bush on a barren sea stack — making this the rarest insect rediscovery in history. Captive breeding saved the species.