Meadow Katydid vs Moss Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Meadow Katydid | Moss Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Conocephalus brevipennis | Batrachideinae sp. (Coscineuta coxalis) |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Tetrigidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 10-18 mm |
| Habitat | Meadows | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Meadow Katydid
A small short-winged katydid found in moist meadows and bog margins.
Did You Know?
Females insert eggs into plant stems with a curved sword-shaped ovipositor.
Moss Grasshopper
A tiny pygmy grasshopper with an elongated pronotum covered in moss-like textures. It is practically invisible on moss-covered rocks and logs.
Did You Know?
Its pronotum extends far beyond its abdomen and is textured to precisely mimic the moss it feeds on.