Giant Long-Legged Katydid vs Saw-backed Grouse Locust
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Long-Legged Katydid | Saw-backed Grouse Locust |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrolyristes corporalis | Acridopeza reticulata |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Tetrigidae |
| Size | 100-150 mm body | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Asia | Eastern Australia |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Giant Long-Legged Katydid
One of the largest katydids in the world with a leg span exceeding 25 cm. Found in the rainforests of Malaysia, it is nocturnal and well-camouflaged as green leaves.
Did You Know?
With legs included, this katydid spans over 25 cm — it is so large it has been mistaken for a small bird when seen fluttering through the rainforest canopy at night.
Saw-backed Grouse Locust
An Australian pygmy grasshopper with a distinctly serrated or saw-toothed pronotal keel. It is found in moist forest floor habitats.
Did You Know?
Its serrated pronotum crest is unique among Australian tetrigids and gives it an almost reptilian appearance.