Dragon-Headed Katydid vs Andean Giant Weta Relative
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dragon-Headed Katydid | Andean Giant Weta Relative |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lesina intermedia | Cratomelus armatus |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Stenopelmatidae |
| Size | 35-50 mm | 30-50 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Borneo, Peninsular Malaysia | South America (Chile, Argentina - Andes) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dragon-Headed Katydid
A Southeast Asian katydid with elaborate head projections resembling a dragon. Its bizarre head shape helps break up its silhouette among foliage.
Did You Know?
Its pronotal crest and head shape create a profile that makes it almost unrecognizable as an insect.
Andean Giant Weta Relative
A large, heavily built cricket relative found in Andean forests and grasslands. It has a robust body, strong legs, and large jaws used for omnivorous feeding. It is nocturnal and shelters under rocks and logs during the day.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few large orthopterans adapted to the cold, high-altitude environment of the southern Andes.