Alpine Long-horned Grasshopper vs Iron Blue Dun
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Alpine Long-horned Grasshopper | Iron Blue Dun |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anonconotus alpinus | Baetis muticus |
| Order | Orthoptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Baetidae |
| Size | 15-22 mm body length | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Meadows | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Alps, Western Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Alpine Long-horned Grasshopper
A small, flightless bush-cricket of high alpine meadows. Its green and brown coloring provides camouflage among mountain grasses.
Did You Know?
Males produce a distinctive song by rubbing their forewings together that carries far in thin mountain air.
Iron Blue Dun
A small dark mayfly that hatches prolifically on cool overcast days. Nymphs are found clinging to stones in moderate to fast current.
Did You Know?
Hatches are most prolific during rain and cold snaps, making it a favorite species for wet-weather anglers.