Katydid vs Japanese Katydid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Katydid | Japanese Katydid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pterophylla camellifolia | Gampsocleis buergeri |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Tettigoniidae |
| Size | 45-65 mm | 40-55 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Japan, Korea, China |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Japanese Katydid
A large green katydid with a robust body and powerful jaws found across Japan. Its loud evening chirping song is one of the defining sounds of the Japanese summer.
Did You Know?
It has been kept as a singing pet in Japan for centuries, with elaborate bamboo cages made for it.