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Large Stick Insects Invertebrates for sale

Stick Insects, also known as phasmids or walking sticks, are remarkable insects originating mainly from tropical and subtropical regions, with some species found in temperate zones. These insects are renowned for their extraordinary camouflage skills, resembling twigs, branches, or leaves to evade predators effectively. Physically, they possess elongated, cylindrical bodies that can range dramatically in size, with some species like Chan's Megastick reaching over 60 cm in length. Their slender, segmented bodies and long legs often mimic sticks, and some species have wings, though many do not. Stick insects exhibit captivating behaviour such as swaying like a twig in the breeze and remaining motionless to enhance their disguise. Temperament-wise, they are docile creatures, frequently kept as pets due to their calm nature and intriguing life cycle. They reproduce via both sexual reproduction and parthenogenesis, allowing females to reproduce without males. In terms of suitability, they are ideal for enthusiasts seeking low-maintenance pets that require a habitat with fresh leaves and stable humidity. Popular searches include "stick insects for sale," "buy stick insects," and "stick insects for sale UK," reflecting growing interest in these fascinating, perfect-for-pets insects across the United Kingdom.

Stick Insects invertebrates Vietnamese/Annam Walkingsticks Free to Good Homes - Advert 1
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Vietnamese/Annam Walkingsticks Free to Good Homes

Stick Insects

4 monthsAge
MixedSex
£0Price

These lovely Vietnamese walkingsticks vary in age. The one in the photo is probably the largest I have - I have a few this size and lots that are smaller. I was unprepared for the explosion in my stic

ClevedonNorth Somerset
ADVANCED
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Phyllium philippinicum nymphs (leaf insects)

Stick Insects

5 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

£18 for x3 nymphs, £25 for x5 nymphs. If you are a beginner to leaf insects this is the species to get - easy to handle and tolerant of a wide range of environmental conditions. When most people pic

Kings LangleyHertfordshire
PRO
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Giant prickly stick insect

Stick Insects

5 monthsAge
MixedSex
£20Price

This very popular species is easy to keep. These specimens are large and still young adults with plenty of egg laying potential as they are recently matured. This price is for one adult pair or two ny

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TauntonSomerset
Stick Insects invertebrates Taraxippus samarae "Siquirres" Stick Insect Nymphs - Advert 4
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Taraxippus samarae "Siquirres" Stick Insect Nymphs

Stick Insects

13 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

Please get in contact for quantities and prices! Taraxippus samarae “Siquirres” is a rare phasmid species native to select regions of Costa Rica and neighbouring Panama. Recently discovered in March

Kings LangleyHertfordshire
Stick Insects invertebrates Pulchriphyllium Giganteum leaf / stick insects - Advert 5
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Pulchriphyllium Giganteum leaf / stick insects

Stick Insects

13 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

Pulchriphyllium giganteum 'Tapah Hills', commonly known as the Giant Malaysian leaf insect, is a fascinating species native to the West Malaysian tropics. As one of the largest known leaf insects, rea

Kings LangleyHertfordshire
Stick Insects invertebrates Phyllium letiranti nymphs (leaf / stick insects) - Advert 6
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Phyllium letiranti nymphs (leaf / stick insects)

Stick Insects

8 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

£20 for x3 nymphs, £28 for x5 nymphs. Phyllium letiranti "Tataba" is a striking, relatively large leaf insect species native to the area surrounding Tataba, a village on Pulau Peleng in Indonesia. Th

Kings LangleyHertfordshire
Stick Insects invertebrates Cryptophyllium limogesi nymphs (leaf insects) - Advert 7
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Cryptophyllium limogesi nymphs (leaf insects)

Stick Insects

7 monthsAge
MixedSex
£20Price

£15 for x3 nymphs, £20 for x5 nymphs. £30 for x10 nymphs, £18 for x1 sexed pair. Cryptophyllium limogesi "Thac Krong Kmar" is a newly discovered leaf insect species from the tropical rainforests of s

Kings LangleyHertfordshire
Stick Insects invertebrates Indian Stick Insects  - Advert 8
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Indian Stick Insects

Stick Insects

10 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£3Price

Indian stick insects for sale – a brilliant, low-maintenance pet for kids and beginners! I have a range of sizes available, from tiny youngsters to larger, well-grown stick insects, so there’s somethi

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BarnsleySouth Yorkshire

FAQs

Are stick insects invertebrates?

Yes, stick insects are invertebrates as they belong to the phylum Arthropoda, which includes animals without a backbone. Like all insects, they have an exoskeleton and lack a vertebral column.

Are stick insects arboreal?

Yes, stick insects are arboreal, meaning they live in trees or shrubs. They feed on leaves and use their twig-like appearance to blend in with vegetation, helping them avoid predators.

Are insects in general invertebrates?

Yes, all insects are invertebrates. They belong to the class Insecta within the phylum Arthropoda and do not possess a backbone but an external skeleton.

What is a stick bug classified as?

A stick bug, also known as a stick insect or walking stick, is classified as an insect in the order Phasmatodea and the family Phasmatidae, characterised by their exceptional camouflage that resembles twigs or sticks.