When she's ready to lay, she quickly flexes the tip of her abdomen underneath her body, tossing the eggs below her head. Fascinating Facts Nymphs missing limbs are likely to regenerate the missing parts at the next molt. Numerous species of walkingsticks are popular in the pet trade. Since they are nonnative insects and could be considered plant pests, it is illegal to transport any stick insect without the proper permits. If you are considering housing these animals for use in your classroom or for pleasure, make sure to contact the U.S. Department of Agriculture for information regarding keeping walkingsticks as pets.
Vietnamese walkingsticks are common in the wild.
Human-caused changes in land use are escalating, and this affects the natural habitat required by walkingsticks and other animals for survival. Vast forests are being removed for timber or other paper products, and industrial emissions are polluting water and air resources. Additionally, habitat is rapidly converted by expanding human communities and agricultural needs. It's only a matter of time until many insect species populations will become severely reduced, or eliminated. Humans need insects.