Unarmed Stick Insect vs Thorny Devil Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Unarmed Stick Insect | Thorny Devil Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Clitarchus tepaki | Eurycantha calcarata |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Phasmatidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 6-9 cm | 100-150 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | New Zealand (Northland) | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Unarmed Stick Insect
A smooth-bodied stick insect endemic to the far north of New Zealand. It is slimmer than its relative Clitarchus hookeri.
Did You Know?
It is restricted to the northernmost tip of New Zealand's North Island around Cape Reinga.
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.