Bug Identifier
Walking stick
Community identification

Walking stick

Diapheromera femorata

Order & Family
Order Phasmatodea, Family Diapheromeridae
Size
5 to 10 centimeters in length.
See this bug in the Encyclopedia

Natural Habitat

Woodlands and forests, typically found on deciduous trees and shrubs.

Diet & Feeding

Herbivorous, feeding primarily on the leaves of oak and other deciduous trees.

Behavior Patterns

Exhibits extreme mimicry by resembling twigs to avoid predators, remaining motionless for long periods.

Risks & Benefits

Completely harmless to humans; high population densities can occasionally cause minor defoliation in forests.