Dragon-Headed Katydid vs Golden-backed Snipe Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dragon-Headed Katydid | Golden-backed Snipe Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lesina intermedia | Chrysopilus thoracicus |
| Order | Orthoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Rhagionidae |
| Size | 35-50 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Borneo, Peninsular Malaysia | Eastern North America |
| 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.
Golden-backed Snipe Fly
A striking fly with golden thoracic hairs and dark wings that rests head-down on foliage. Larvae are predators in soil and leaf litter.
Did You Know?
It characteristically rests on vegetation with its head pointed downward, ready to pounce on passing prey.