Katanga Squeaker vs Giant Leaf Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Katanga Squeaker | Giant Leaf Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brachytrupes membranaceus | Phyllium giganteum |
| Order | Orthoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Gryllidae | Phylliidae |
| Size | 35-55mm | 95-110 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Africa | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
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.
Giant Leaf Insect
One of the largest leaf insects in the world, with a spectacularly flattened body that perfectly mimics a green leaf complete with veins, spots, and irregular edges.
Did You Know?
Leaf insects sway gently when walking to mimic a leaf blowing in the breeze, and even their eggs are shaped and colored to look like plant seeds.