Katanga Squeaker vs Calico Pennant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Katanga Squeaker | Calico Pennant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brachytrupes membranaceus | Celithemis elisa |
| Order | Orthoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Gryllidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 35-55mm | 28-37mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Katanga Squeaker
A very large burrowing cricket with a broad head and powerful jaws. It digs deep vertical burrows up to 50cm deep. Males call loudly from their burrow entrances at dusk.
Did You Know?
It pulls leaves down into its burrow to eat and plugs the entrance with a ball of soil during the day.
Calico Pennant
A small dragonfly with triangular red or yellow wing spots creating a calico pattern. Males have red body and wing markings while females have yellow. It perches delicately on vegetation tips.
Did You Know?
Its patterned wings inspired its 'calico' name, resembling the printed cotton fabric of the same name.