Lichen-Bark Katydid vs Meadow Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lichen-Bark Katydid | Meadow Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Markia hystrix | Pseudochorthippus parallelus |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 35-50 mm | 13-23 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Colombia, Ecuador, Peru | Western Europe, Central Europe, Northern Europe |
| 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.
Meadow Grasshopper
A common European grasshopper with shortened wings that render it flightless. It produces a regular, ticking song from dense grassland throughout the summer.
Did You Know?
Despite having wings, it cannot fly and must walk or hop to get anywhere.