Water Stick Insect vs Carmelae's Thorny Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Water Stick Insect | Carmelae's Thorny Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ranatra linearis | Trachyaretaon carmelae |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Nepidae | Heteropterygidae |
| Size | 30-45mm | 9-13.5 cm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Philippines |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Water Stick Insect
Despite its common name, this is actually a true bug (Hemiptera) that resembles a stick insect and lives underwater. It breathes through a long tail siphon. It is a slow-moving aquatic predator.
Did You Know?
Though called a stick insect, it is actually an aquatic true bug that breathes through a snorkel-like tail tube.
Carmelae's Thorny Stick Insect
A robust, thorny stick insect from the Philippines reaching up to 13.5 cm. It has rough, bark-like texture on its body surface.
Did You Know?
Its heavily textured body makes it look exactly like a piece of rough bark when motionless.