Sabah Thorny Stick Insect vs Migratory Locust
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sabah Thorny Stick Insect | Migratory Locust |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Haaniella echinata | Locusta migratoria |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Orthoptera |
| Family | Heteropterygidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 70-100 mm | 35-55 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Wetlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Sabah, Borneo | Africa, Asia, Europe, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sabah Thorny Stick Insect
A stocky Bornean phasmid densely covered in sharp spines. Its dark coloration and spiny texture make it resemble a piece of thorny bark.
Did You Know?
When threatened, it curls its abdomen upward and snaps its spiny hind legs shut like a trap.
Migratory Locust
The most widespread locust species in the world, found across Africa, Asia, and Oceania. It exhibits dramatic phase polyphenism between solitary and gregarious forms.
Did You Know?
Solitary and gregarious phase migratory locusts differ so dramatically in color, shape, and behavior that they were once classified as separate species.