New Caledonian Giant Gecko Cricket vs Scree Weta
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | New Caledonian Giant Gecko Cricket | Scree Weta |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudoplectus cornutus | Deinacrida connectens |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Gryllacrididae | Anostostomatidae |
| Size | 30-45 mm | Body 50-60 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Mountains |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | New Caledonia | New Zealand |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
New Caledonian Giant Gecko Cricket
A large raspy cricket endemic to New Caledonia with powerful jaws. It is nocturnal and hides in silk-lined retreats during the day.
Did You Know?
It constructs shelters from folded leaves sealed with silk produced from its mouthparts.
Scree Weta
An alpine giant weta that lives among rocky scree fields at elevations above 1200 meters. It is remarkably cold-tolerant and can survive being frozen solid.
Did You Know?
It can survive being frozen at minus 5 degrees Celsius by using special ice-nucleating proteins in its blood.