Giant Malaysian Katydid vs Canterbury Tree Weta
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Malaysian Katydid | Canterbury Tree Weta |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Arachnacris corporalis | Hemideina femorata |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Anostostomatidae |
| Size | 80-100 mm body | Body 35-40 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Asia | New Zealand |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Giant Malaysian Katydid
Among the heaviest katydids in the world with females weighing over 30 grams. Found in lowland Bornean rainforest. The large body and powerful legs give it a spider-like appearance.
Did You Know?
This katydid is so large and heavy that when it lands on a branch at night, the impact is audible — local people sometimes mistake the sound for a small mammal moving through the canopy.
Canterbury Tree Weta
A medium-sized tree weta found in the eastern South Island of New Zealand. It has dark brown banding on the abdomen and is active on cool nights.
Did You Know?
It can remain active at temperatures close to freezing, unlike most other large insects.