Gray Bird Grasshopper vs Italian Tree Cricket
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Gray Bird Grasshopper | Italian Tree Cricket |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Schistocerca nitens | Oecanthus pellucens |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Acrididae | Gryllidae |
| Size | 35-55 mm | 10-15mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Gray Bird Grasshopper
A large, strong-flying grasshopper of arid western North America. It is closely related to the desert locust but does not form true swarms.
Did You Know?
It can fly several kilometers in a single flight, making it one of the most mobile grasshoppers in North America.
Italian Tree Cricket
A delicate pale green cricket with translucent wings. Males sing a melodious continuous trill on warm evenings. The rate of chirping is directly related to temperature.
Did You Know?
You can estimate the temperature by counting its chirps: count chirps in 15 seconds and add 40 for degrees Fahrenheit.