Stick insects have some interesting defense mechanisms ... While these beetles only measure about 3 to 4.5 inches long, they easily make up for it with their impressive bulk.

The scientific order Phasmatodea, or stick and leaf insects, is known for a variety of camouflage that allows the animals to blend in with their surroundings. They diversified after the dinosaurs went ...

The longest insect, according to Tim Cockerill, is a stick insect from South East Asia which grows to over 1ft long. One of the heaviest insect is the Goliath beetle which would fit in the palm of ...