Bornean Monkey Grasshopper vs Matchstick Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bornean Monkey Grasshopper | Matchstick Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erianthus versicolor | Eumastax vittata |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Eumastacidae | Eumastacidae |
| Size | 18-25 mm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Borneo | South America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Bornean Monkey Grasshopper
A vividly multicolored monkey grasshopper from Borneo's montane forests with blue, green, red, and yellow markings. It moves slowly through understory foliage with a characteristic swaying walk.
Did You Know?
Its extraordinary rainbow coloration makes it one of the most photographed insects by naturalists visiting Bornean montane forests.
Matchstick Grasshopper
A tiny colorful grasshopper with an extremely slender body resembling a matchstick.
Did You Know?
Its bright blue and orange coloration warns predators of its toxicity.