Orange-barred Sulphur vs Great Green Bush-Cricket
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Orange-barred Sulphur | Great Green Bush-Cricket |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phoebis philea | Tettigonia viridissima |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Tettigoniidae |
| Size | Wingspan 67-80mm | 28-42 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | North America, South America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Orange-barred Sulphur
A large bright yellow butterfly with orange bar markings on the upper forewings. Females are more muted with reddish markings.
Did You Know?
Males patrol large territories and engage in spiraling aerial battles with rivals that can last several minutes.
Great Green Bush-Cricket
One of the largest katydids in Europe, with a bright green body and long wings. Males produce a loud, sustained stridulation audible from great distances.
Did You Know?
Despite being largely herbivorous, great green bush-crickets are avid predators and will readily hunt and consume other insects including caterpillars and flies.