New Zealand Cave Weta vs Long-winged Conehead
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | New Zealand Cave Weta | Long-winged Conehead |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pachyrhamma edwardsii | Conocephalus discolor |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Rhaphidophoridae | Tettigoniidae |
| Size | 20-40 mm | 12-18 mm body |
| Habitat | Caves | Wetlands |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | New Zealand | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
New Zealand Cave Weta
A large cave weta found throughout New Zealand's North Island caves. It has massive hind legs and can grow quite large.
Did You Know?
Weta are sometimes called the 'mice of New Zealand' for their ecological role.
Long-winged Conehead
A slim green bush-cricket with a pointed head that has dramatically expanded its range northward in Britain. Produces a very high-pitched, barely audible song. Found in tall grass and rushes.
Did You Know?
Its ultrasonic song is at such a high frequency that many people cannot hear it, even when the insect is nearby.