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πŸͺ΅ Stick Insects

Chans Megastick

Phobaeticus chani

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About

The longest insect in the world at 567 mm (with legs extended). Discovered in Borneo in 1989. Only six specimens have ever been collected.

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Did You Know?

Chans megastick is the longest insect ever discovered at 56.7 cm β€” over half a meter long. Only six specimens have ever been found, all from the canopy of Borneo.