Canterbury Tree Weta vs Zayante Band-winged Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Canterbury Tree Weta | Zayante Band-winged Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hemideina femorata | Trimerotropis infantilis |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Anostostomatidae | Acrididae |
| Size | Body 35-40 mm | 2-3 cm |
| Habitat | Forests | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | New Zealand | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Canterbury Tree Weta
A medium-sized tree weta found in the eastern South Island of New Zealand. It has dark brown banding on the abdomen and is active on cool nights.
Did You Know?
It can remain active at temperatures close to freezing, unlike most other large insects.
Zayante Band-winged Grasshopper
A small grasshopper found only in sand parkland habitats in Santa Cruz County, California. It is superbly camouflaged against the grey Zayante sand.
Did You Know?
Its entire world range covers less than 600 acres of sandy habitat in the Santa Cruz Mountains.