Predatory Katydid vs Robber Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Predatory Katydid | Robber Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Clonia melanoptera | Promachus rufipes |
| Order | Orthoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Asilidae |
| Size | 50-70 mm | 15-30 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Meadows |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Africa | North America, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Predatory Katydid
A large predatory katydid with powerful spiny forelegs for catching insects.
Did You Know?
Its spiny forelegs form a basket trap similar to those of praying mantises.
Robber Fly
Aggressive aerial predators that catch other insects in flight. Inject prey with neurotoxic saliva that paralyzes and liquefies internal organs for consumption.
Did You Know?
Robber flies are such efficient aerial predators that they have been recorded catching dragonflies, wasps, and even other robber flies in mid-air.