Cone-headed Katydid vs Xya Pygmy Mole Cricket
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cone-headed Katydid | Xya Pygmy Mole Cricket |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neoconocephalus ensiger | Xya pfaendleri |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Tridactylidae |
| Size | 45-60 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Southern Europe, Mediterranean |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cone-headed Katydid
A long, slender katydid with a distinctive pointed cone on the top of its head. It hides among tall grasses and reeds, where its elongated body is perfectly camouflaged.
Did You Know?
Its continuous high-pitched buzz is one of the dominant insect sounds of late summer nights in eastern North America.
Xya Pygmy Mole Cricket
A minute European pygmy mole cricket typically found on bare sandy ground near rivers. It is so small it is often confused with a small beetle.
Did You Know?
It has tiny paddle-shaped appendages on its hind legs that serve as hydrofoils for skipping across water surfaces.