Thorny Devil Stick Insect vs Sermyle Walkingstick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Thorny Devil Stick Insect | Sermyle Walkingstick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eurycantha calcarata | Sermyle mexicana |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Phasmatidae | Diapheromeridae |
| Size | 100-150 mm | 6-9 cm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Oceania | Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Thorny Devil Stick Insect
A massive, heavily armored stick insect from New Guinea with powerful spiny hind legs. Males have a large curved spine on each hind femur used in combat.
Did You Know?
Males use the large curved spine on their hind legs as a weapon, clamping down on predators or rival males like a vice with surprising force.
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.