Common Groundhopper vs Wingless Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Groundhopper | Wingless Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tetrix undulata | Phaulacridium vittatum |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Tetrigidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 8-11 mm | Body 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Grasslands |
| Diet | Detritivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | Australia, New Zealand |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Groundhopper
A tiny, dark pygmy grasshopper whose pronotum extends backward over the entire abdomen like a shield. It is active year-round and can even be found basking on bare ground in midwinter.
Did You Know?
It overwinters as an adult and can be found active on warm days in every month of the year, even January.
Wingless Grasshopper
A small, common grasshopper found across Australia and New Zealand with reduced or absent wings. It can become a significant pasture pest in large numbers.
Did You Know?
Despite being mostly wingless, it has successfully spread across two countries by walking and jumping.