Malaysian Katydid vs Flea Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malaysian Katydid | Flea Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ancylecha fenestrata | Altica oleracea |
| Order | Orthoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 50-70 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Malaysian Katydid
A large bright green katydid with a distinctive transparent window in each forewing. It is commonly found in tropical gardens and is attracted to lights at night.
Did You Know?
The transparent oval windows in its forewings are thought to aid camouflage by breaking up its outline.
Flea Beetle
Tiny jumping beetles with enlarged hind femora for leaping. Named for their flea-like jumping ability. Many species are metallic blue, green, or bronze.
Did You Know?
Flea beetles can jump 100 times their body length in a single leap — they use an elastic protein pad in their hind legs that stores and releases energy like a catapult.