Pink Underwing Katydid vs Shield Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pink Underwing Katydid | Shield Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Amblycorypha oblongifolia | Palomena prasina |
| Order | Orthoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 40-55 mm | 12-14 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pink Underwing Katydid
A North American katydid with bright green leaf-like forewings. Rare pink morphs occur naturally and are highly sought by collectors.
Did You Know?
About 1 in 500 individuals display a rare genetic pink color morph caused by erythrism.
Shield Bug
Also called stink bugs for the foul-smelling liquid they release when disturbed. Changes color from bright green in summer to bronze-brown before overwintering.
Did You Know?
Shield bugs can change color with the seasons — they produce green pigment in summer for leaf camouflage and switch to brown in autumn as leaves change.