Spanish Stick Insect vs Chans Megastick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spanish Stick Insect | Chans Megastick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leptynia hispanica | Phobaeticus chani |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Phasmatidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 4-6 cm | 357 mm body (567 mm with legs) |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Spain, Portugal | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Spanish Stick Insect
A small, slender European stick insect found across the Iberian Peninsula. It is one of the few phasmids native to Europe.
Did You Know?
It is one of only a handful of stick insect species native to Europe.
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.