Lichen Katydid vs Kentish Glory Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lichen Katydid | Kentish Glory Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dysonia sp. (Dysonia magdalenae) | Endromis versicolora |
| Order | Orthoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Endromidae |
| Size | 30-45 mm | 55-80 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lichen Katydid
A Central American katydid with a mottled gray-green body that perfectly mimics lichen on bark. It is nearly invisible when pressed against a tree trunk.
Did You Know?
It feeds on the same lichen it mimics, making it both predator and impersonator of its food source.
Kentish Glory Moth
A day-flying moth once widespread in England but now extinct there.
Did You Know?
Males detect females from over a kilometer away using feathered antennae.