Taxonomy · Entomology · Conservation

New World Phasmids

Specialised scientific consultancy in Phasmatodea — taxonomy, expeditions, high-level outreach and much more

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Damasippus - Neotropical stick insect
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I'm Pablo Valero, and this is New World Phasmids

I have been researching stick insects from around the world — but especially from the New World — for over 10 years. I have described 29 new species for science, established 4 genera, and published in journals such as Systematic Biology, ZooKeys and Zootaxa, among others.

During this time I have worked with world-class reference collections including the Natural History Museum in London, the Naturhistorisches Museum in Vienna, the Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales in Madrid, and the Zoologische Staatssammlung in Munich, where I am currently an associate researcher.

New World Phasmids is my specialised scientific consultancy, operational since 2026, offering professional services covering all aspects of phasmid research.

I combine academic rigour with practical field experience to offer specialised solutions to institutions, companies, researchers, students and naturalists.

Female Isagoras

How I can help you

I offer professional services to a wide range of clients — from museums, universities, nature reserves and companies, to researchers, students and advanced naturalists. If you need specialist knowledge in phasmids — not a generalist communicator — you are in the right place.

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Nature Reserves

Technical Phasmatodea inventories and scientific ecotourism programs for private reserves and field stations.

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Researchers

Personalized scientific mentorship and curation of entomological collections.

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Institutions

B2B consulting for zoos, museums, and media. High-level scientific outreach.

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Adventurers

6-7 day scientific expeditions to the rainforest. A transformative experience.

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Patrons

Sponsor a Species: fund the discovery of a new species and name science.

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Collections

Review and enhancement of Phasmatodea collections in museums and universities.

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Education

Talks, workshops, and specialized content for educational centers and ecolodges.

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Live an unforgettable experience in the rainforest

Immerse yourself in the unexplored beauty of the rainforests of Panama and Ecuador with our scientific expeditions.

Discover the fascinating world of New World stick insects, work alongside experts, and be part of a pioneering conservation project.

Panama 2026
Ecuador 2026
Tropical rainforest

Do you have a project that needs specialist phasmid knowledge?

Want to get in touch?

Tell me briefly about your case and we'll arrange a free 30-minute video call. No commitment — just an honest conversation to see if I can help.

Email info@newworldphasmids.com
Mirophasma sp. — neotropical stick insect