Cave Weta vs Long-winged Conehead
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cave Weta | Long-winged Conehead |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gymnoplectron acanthocerum | Conocephalus discolor |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Rhaphidophoridae | Tettigoniidae |
| Size | 30-50 mm body | 12-18 mm body |
| Habitat | Indoors | Wetlands |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Oceania | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cave Weta
A large cave-dwelling weta endemic to New Zealand with extremely long antennae up to three times its body length. Uses its antennae to navigate in complete darkness.
Did You Know?
Cave wetas have antennae so long they can span a cave entrance like a trip wire — detecting predators and prey in pitch darkness using touch and vibration alone.
Long-winged Conehead
A slim green bush-cricket with a pointed head that has dramatically expanded its range northward in Britain. Produces a very high-pitched, barely audible song. Found in tall grass and rushes.
Did You Know?
Its ultrasonic song is at such a high frequency that many people cannot hear it, even when the insect is nearby.