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πŸͺ΅ Stick Insects

African Giant Stick Insect

Palophus centaurus

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One of the largest stick insects in East Africa, with females reaching over 20 cm in length. It has thorny legs and body protrusions that enhance its twig-like camouflage.

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Did You Know?

When threatened, it can drop from branches and play dead for extended periods, or thrash its spiny hind legs as a defensive display.