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Stick Insect
Phasmatodea
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Field Notes
Description:
Stick Insects tend to have long, thin bodies with small heads. They don’t have wings most of the time. Some species do have very small wings though. Their overall shape, size, and coloring can vary depending on the specific species.
All species of Stick Insects feature compound eyes. This allows them to see what is going on around in them in all types of conditions, even dim lighting areas. As a result they have a better chance of being able to stay safe and to avoid predators. Most Stick Insects are nocturnal so they are active at night and able to see well during that period of time.
Habitat:
Their natural camouflage can make them extremely difficult to spot. Phasmatodea can be found all over the world in warmer zones, especially the tropics and subtropics. The greatest diversity is found in Southeast Asia and South America, followed by Australia. Phasmids also have a considerable presence in the continental United States, mainly in the Southeast.
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