Mount Kosciuszko Grasshopper vs Eastern Net-Winged Midge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mount Kosciuszko Grasshopper | Eastern Net-Winged Midge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Kosciuscola cognatus | Blepharicera tenuipes |
| Order | Orthoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Acrididae | Blephariceridae |
| Size | Body 15-25 mm | 6-10 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Australia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mount Kosciuszko Grasshopper
A small alpine grasshopper found only in the highest parts of the Australian Alps. It is closely related to the color-changing Kosciuscola tristis.
Did You Know?
Climate change threatens its high-altitude habitat, making it an indicator species for alpine ecosystem health.
Eastern Net-Winged Midge
A net-winged midge whose larvae cling to rocks in the fastest torrents using ventral suction discs. Adults have characteristically divided wings.
Did You Know?
Larvae can maintain their grip on rocks in currents exceeding two meters per second using six suction cups.