Zhao Stick Insect vs Two-Striped Walking Stick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Zhao Stick Insect | Two-Striped Walking Stick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phryganistria chinensis | Anisomorpha buprestoides |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Phasmatidae | Pseudophasmatidae |
| Size | 357 mm body (640 mm with legs) | 40-85 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Asia | North America |
| 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.
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.