Oceanic Field Cricket vs Malaysian Katydid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oceanic Field Cricket | Malaysian Katydid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Teleogryllus oceanicus | Ancylecha fenestrata |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Gryllidae | Tettigoniidae |
| Size | Body 22-28 mm | 50-70 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Gardens |
| Diet | Parasites | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia, Pacific Islands, Hawaii | Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Oceanic Field Cricket
A widespread Pacific cricket found from Australia to Hawaii with a loud, clear chirp. Some Hawaiian populations have rapidly evolved silent wings to avoid parasitic flies.
Did You Know?
In just 20 generations, Hawaiian males evolved flat, silent wings to escape a parasitic fly that locates hosts by sound.
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.