Zhao Stick Insect vs Brown House Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Zhao Stick Insect | Brown House Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phryganistria chinensis | Hofmannophila pseudospretella |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Phasmatidae | Oecophoridae |
| Size | 357 mm body (640 mm with legs) | 15-25 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Indoors |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Asia | Cosmopolitan; believed native to Asia |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Zhao Stick Insect
The longest insect ever measured at 64 cm with legs extended. Discovered in 2014 in Guangxi, China. A captive-bred specimen set the world record in 2017.
Did You Know?
This stick insect was so elusive that entomologist Zhao Li spent six years searching for it after hearing reports from local villagers before finally spotting one at night.
Brown House Moth
A dull bronze-brown moth with darker flecks that is a widespread household pest. Unlike clothes moths, it feeds on a vast range of organic materials.
Did You Know?
It can complete its life cycle on a diet of owl pellets alone, making old bird nests ideal nurseries.