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Giant Prickly Stick

prickly_insect_sm.jpg: Giant prickly insect

Range:	Australia
Habitat:	Forests
Conservation Status:	Not listed by IUCN
Scientific Name:	Extatosoma tiaratum

This Australian insect is aptly named indeed. It resembles a thorny branch, making it an unappetizing meal for most predators. The giant prickly stick may grow up to eight inches long.

Giant Prickly Stick

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