Armored Ground Cricket vs Giant Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Armored Ground Cricket | Giant Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acanthoplus discoidalis | Valanga irregularis |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 40-50mm | 60-75 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Gardens |
| Diet | Carrion Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Africa | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Armored Ground Cricket
A large heavily armored katydid with sharp spines on its thorax and legs. It is flightless and moves in large migratory bands. When threatened, it can squirt hemolymph from its joints.
Did You Know?
Individuals in marching bands become cannibalistic, and those that stop moving are eaten by those behind them.
Giant Grasshopper
The largest grasshopper in Australia, with females reaching impressive sizes. It is a strong flier that sometimes causes damage to garden plants and crops.
Did You Know?
Female giant grasshoppers are significantly larger than males and can deliver a surprisingly painful bite with their powerful mandibles when handled.