House Cricket vs Katydid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | House Cricket | Katydid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acheta domesticus | Pterophylla camellifolia |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Gryllidae | Tettigoniidae |
| Size | 16-21 mm | 45-65 mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Underground |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America, Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
House Cricket
A light brown cricket commonly found in and around human dwellings. It is widely farmed as a protein source and as feeder insects for pets.
Did You Know?
House crickets are now farmed on an industrial scale and processed into flour containing over 65% protein by weight.
Katydid
Nocturnal insects with leaf-shaped wings providing excellent camouflage. Named for their rhythmic "katy-did, katy-didn't" calls. Have ears on their front legs.
Did You Know?
Katydids have their ears on their front knees — each leg contains a tiny slit-like tympanum that detects sound waves, allowing them to hear predators and mates.