Cultural Entomology: Walking Sticks

Call them what you want- stick insects, walking sticks or stick bugs – we call them masters of camouflage! Insects in the Order Phasmatodea look and behave like plants and hide from even the most intrepid entomologists. 

The Bug Chicks teach the Insect Orders as only they can. Produced for Texas A&M University's Department of Entomology, this video explores the biology, mating and mythology of walking sticks.

Have you had any experiences with walking sticks?  Ever had one lose a leg in your hand or spray you from repugnatorial glands?  Witnessed the amazing behavioral camouflage movements of these insects?  We’d love to hear from you in the comments!