Dragon-Headed Katydid vs Mountain Fungus Gnat
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dragon-Headed Katydid | Mountain Fungus Gnat |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lesina intermedia | Boletina alpina |
| Order | Orthoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Mycetophilidae |
| Size | 35-50 mm | 4-6 mm body length |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Borneo, Peninsular Malaysia | Northern Europe, Alps |
| 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.
Mountain Fungus Gnat
A delicate, long-legged gnat found in damp montane forests. Larvae develop in fungi and decaying wood at high elevations.
Did You Know?
Some fungus gnats produce bioluminescent larvae, though this species does not.