Sermyle Walkingstick vs Lord Howe Island Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sermyle Walkingstick | Lord Howe Island Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sermyle mexicana | Dryococelus australis |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Diapheromeridae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 6-9 cm | 120-150 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
Sermyle Walkingstick
A medium-sized walkingstick native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in tropical dry forests and woodland habitats.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most widely distributed walkingstick species in Mesoamerica.
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.