Peacock Katydid vs Mediterranean Webspinner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Peacock Katydid | Mediterranean Webspinner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pterochroza ocellata | Haploembia solieri |
| Order | Orthoptera | Embioptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Oligotomidae |
| Size | 50-70 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Amazon Basin, Guianas, Peru | Mediterranean Europe, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Peacock Katydid
A large katydid that mimics dead leaves at rest but reveals huge eyespots on its hind wings when threatened. The eyespot display startles predators.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, it flashes vivid eyespots on its hindwings that resemble the stare of a large predator.
Mediterranean Webspinner
A small, brown webspinner native to the Mediterranean region. It constructs silk tunnels on rocks and walls, and reproduces parthenogenetically in many populations.
Did You Know?
Many populations consist entirely of females that reproduce without mating, a rare trait among insects.