Phasmatoptera Collection

Moss mimic stick insect (Trychopeplus laciniatus) showing amazing camouflage on mossy vine, photographed in tropical rainforest in mobile field studio against a white background

Thorny devil stick insect (Eurycantha calcarata), Willaumez Peninsula, New Britain, Papua New Guinea, December

Lord Howe Island stick insect (Dryococelus australis), Bristol Zoo Gardens, Bristol, UK

Leaf insect (Phyllium sp. ) camouflaged in rainforest, Mulu National Park, Borneo
Leaf insect (Phyllium sp.) camouflaged in rainforest, Mulu National Park, Borneo

Close up of a Lord Howe Island stick insect (Dryococelus australis), Bristol Zoo Gardens, Bristol, UK. Captive

Macleays Spectre (Extatosoma tiaratum) captive at the University of Texas

Phobaeticus chani, Chans megastick
George Beccaloni holding the Phobaeticus chani specimen. This stick insect from the island of Borneo measures well over a foot in length, and has been identified as the worlds longest insect

Phobaeticus chani, Chans megastick egg
The egg of Phobaeticus chani, Chans megastick. When grown this stick insect from the island of Borneo measures well over a foot in length, and has been identified as the worlds longest insect

Dryococelus australis, Lord Howe stick insect
A specimen of the Lord Howe Island stick insect (Dryococelus australis) also known as Lord Howe Island Phasmid, or the land lobster

Phyllium sp. Oriental leaf insect
Leaf insects are characterised a green or brown, flattened body which closely resembles the foliage on which they live

Pharnacia kirbyi, stick insect
A holotype specimen of a stick insect from Borneo. The head and body measures 13 inches long

Indian stick insect C016 / 5927
Indian stick insect (Carausius morosus). There are nearly 3000 species of stick insects (Phasmida) in the world. They all feed on vegetation

Leaf insect C016 / 2231
Leaf insect. View of the upperside of a Linnaeus leaf insect (Phyllium siccifolium). Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Stick insect in amber
A stick insect, Phasmatodea preserved in Baltic amber. Specimen dates from the Upper Eocene

Carausius morosus, Indian stick insect

Heteropteryx dilatata, jungle nymph
A close-up head on view of a jungle nymph, a giant stick insect (Heteropteryx dilatata) from the collections of the Natural History Museum, London

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"Discover the Fascinating World of Phasmatoptera: Masters of Camouflage and Adaptation" Thorny devil stick insect (Eurycantha calcarata), found in the remote Willaumez Peninsula, New Britain, showcases its impressive thorny exterior as a defense mechanism against predators. Witness the rare Lord Howe Island stick insect (Dryococelus australis) at Bristol Zoo Gardens in Bristol, UK - an incredible species once thought to be extinct but now thriving under conservation efforts. Prepare to be amazed by the moss mimic stick insect (Trychopeplus laciniatus) as it flawlessly blends into its surroundings on a mossy vine, demonstrating nature's remarkable camouflage abilities. Journey through the lush rainforests of Mulu National Park in Borneo and encounter the leaf insect (Phyllium sp. ), expertly disguised among foliage with its leaf-like appearance. Get up close and personal with a Lord Howe Island stick insect (Dryococelus australis) at Bristol Zoo Gardens, where you can admire every intricate detail of this captivating creature's unique features. Explore the world of Macleays Spectre (Extatosoma tiaratum), held captive at the University of Texas - an ethereal beauty known for its elongated body and delicate wingspan. Observe with wonder as Lord Howe Island stick insects' eggs develop in damp vermiculite, showcasing their fascinating reproductive cycle that contributes to their survival as a species. Encounter Phobaeticus chani, also known as Chans megastick - an extraordinary example of these creatures' ability to blend seamlessly into their environment using mimicry techniques. Marvel at Phobaeticus chani's egg - tiny yet full of potential for another generation of these magnificent megasticks that continue to captivate researchers and enthusiasts alike.