Grey Bush-Cricket vs Predatory Katydid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Grey Bush-Cricket | Predatory Katydid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Platycleis albopunctata | Clonia melanoptera |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Tettigoniidae |
| Size | 16-22 mm | 50-70 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Western and Southern Europe | Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Grey Bush-Cricket
A cryptic grey-brown bush-cricket of dry coastal grasslands and chalky hillsides in Europe. It sings a brief, staccato burst of clicks during warm afternoons.
Did You Know?
Its range in Britain is entirely coastal, restricted to warm south-facing cliff tops and undercliff grasslands.
Predatory Katydid
A large predatory katydid with powerful spiny forelegs for catching insects.
Did You Know?
Its spiny forelegs form a basket trap similar to those of praying mantises.