US EditionNew Species of Giant Stick Insect Discovered in Queensland
- A new species of stick insect named Acrophylla alta has been discovered in Queensland, Australia, which is believed to be the heaviest insect in the country.
- The stick insect measures about 40cm long and weighs approximately 44g, as reported by researchers.
- Two female specimens were captured at an altitude of 900m in the Atherton Tablelands, where their large size is thought to be an evolutionary response to cold conditions.
- Professor Angus Emmott from James Cook University stated that the insect's weight and size likely evolved to help it survive colder conditions.
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New species of giant stick insect discovered in Queensland
A new species of giant stick insect has been discovered in Queensland.
·Sydney, Australia
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