Versine Stick Insect vs Giant Walkingstick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Versine Stick Insect | Giant Walkingstick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eurycnema versirubra | Megaphasma denticrus |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Phasmatidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 12-20 cm | 75-180 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Versine Stick Insect
A large, bright green Australian stick insect with red coloring at the base of its wings. It is frequently encountered in suburban gardens.
Did You Know?
It is sometimes called the 'red-winged stick insect' due to its bright red wing bases visible during flight.
Giant Walkingstick
The longest insect native to North America at up to 180 mm. Completely wingless and nocturnal. Named for small spines under its mesofemur.
Did You Know?
At 7 inches long, this is North Americas largest insect by length — yet it is so well camouflaged as a twig that most people walk right past them without noticing.