Lichen-Bark Katydid vs Gumleaf Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lichen-Bark Katydid | Gumleaf Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Markia hystrix | Goniaea australasiae |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 35-50 mm | Body 40-55 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Colombia, Ecuador, Peru | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lichen-Bark Katydid
A Neotropical katydid covered in spine-like projections that mimic lichen or moss. Its body is green with textured growths blending with epiphyte-covered bark.
Did You Know?
Its spiny body projections are so convincing that even scientists can struggle to spot it on mossy branches.
Gumleaf Grasshopper
A well-camouflaged grasshopper whose flattened body and brown coloring perfectly mimic a dead eucalyptus leaf. It remains motionless on the forest floor to avoid detection.
Did You Know?
Its leaf-shaped body is one of the most convincing examples of plant mimicry among Australian insects.