Long-horned Grasshopper vs Sleepy Orange
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-horned Grasshopper | Sleepy Orange |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ruspolia nitidula | Eurema nicippe |
| Order | Orthoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 40-60mm | 35-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Wetlands |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Africa, Asia, Europe | North America, Central America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Long-horned Grasshopper
A cone-headed katydid with an elongated fastigium and long antennae. It can be green or brown. It is a popular edible insect in East Africa known as nsenene.
Did You Know?
It is considered a delicacy in Uganda where massive seasonal harvests are collected using bright lights at night.
Sleepy Orange
Bright orange butterfly with irregular black borders and a small dark spot on the forewing. Named for a sleepy-eye-shaped mark.
Did You Know?
The name refers to a small mark on the forewing underside that resembles a half-closed eye.