Two-Striped Walking Stick vs Chans Megastick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Two-Striped Walking Stick | Chans Megastick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anisomorpha buprestoides | Phobaeticus chani |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Pseudophasmatidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 40-85 mm | 357 mm body (567 mm with legs) |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Two-Striped Walking Stick
A stout stick insect with two bold stripes running down its body, common in the southeastern United States. It is frequently found mating in tandem pairs.
Did You Know?
This stick insect sprays a potent chemical compound called anisomorphal into the eyes of predators from glands in its thorax, causing intense pain and temporary blindness.
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.