Rugged Oil Beetle vs Chans Megastick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rugged Oil Beetle | Chans Megastick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Meloe rugosus | Phobaeticus chani |
| Order | Coleoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Meloidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 8-25 mm | 357 mm body (567 mm with legs) |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Western Europe, Southern Europe | Asia |
| Conservation | Endangered | Data Deficient |
Rugged Oil Beetle
A rare, dark and heavily wrinkled oil beetle that appears in autumn unlike its spring-emerging relatives. It is one of Britain's most endangered beetles.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few European oil beetles that is active during the autumn and winter months.
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.