Galapagos Flightless Katydid vs Sandstone Squeaker Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Galapagos Flightless Katydid | Sandstone Squeaker Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nesoecia cooksoni | Pauropsalta annulata |
| Order | Orthoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 40-60 mm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | South America | Australia |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Galapagos Flightless Katydid
A large flightless katydid endemic to the Galapagos Islands. Part of the archipelagos remarkable pattern where 74% of endemic orthopterans have lost the ability to fly.
Did You Know?
In the Galapagos, 74% of endemic grasshoppers and crickets have evolved flightlessness — the same pattern seen in many island insect populations worldwide.
Sandstone Squeaker Cicada
A small Australian cicada that produces a high-pitched squeaking call. It is commonly found on sandstone rock faces and nearby vegetation.
Did You Know?
Its tiny size and quiet call make it one of the most easily overlooked cicadas in Australia.