Central American Locust vs Lichen-Bark Katydid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Central American Locust | Lichen-Bark Katydid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Schistocerca piceifrons | Markia hystrix |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Acrididae | Tettigoniidae |
| Size | 45-65 mm | 35-50 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Belize | Colombia, Ecuador, Peru |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Central American Locust
A significant agricultural pest locust in Mexico and Central America. It periodically swarms and can devastate corn, bean, and other staple crops.
Did You Know?
The ancient Maya recorded plagues of this locust, and it remains a recurring agricultural threat in the Yucatan Peninsula today.
Lichen-Bark Katydid
A Neotropical katydid covered in spine-like projections that mimic lichen or moss. Its body is green with textured growths blending with epiphyte-covered bark.
Did You Know?
Its spiny body projections are so convincing that even scientists can struggle to spot it on mossy branches.