phasmid (Meaning)
phasmid (n)
large cylindrical or flattened mostly tropical insects with long strong legs that feed on plants; walking sticks and leaf insects
phasmid (n.)
Any orthopterous insect of the family Phasmidae, as a leaf insect or a stick insect.
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large cylindrical or flattened mostly tropical insects with long strong legs that feed on plants; walking sticks and leaf insectsAny orthopterous insect of the
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Phasmids, also known as stick insects, are fascinating insects renowned for their incredible camouflage abilities.
The largest known phasmid is Phryganistria chinensis, reaching an impressive length of up to 25 centimeters.
Phasmids possess highly specialized mouthparts that enable them to pierce and suck plant juices.
The female phasmid lays hundreds of eggs at a time, which hatch into nymphs that resemble miniature adults.
