Predatory Katydid vs Six-Spotted Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Predatory Katydid | Six-Spotted Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Clonia melanoptera | Cicindela sexguttata |
| Order | Orthoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 50-70 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Africa | Eastern United States and southeastern Canada |
| 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.
Six-Spotted Tiger Beetle
A brilliant metallic green beetle with six white spots on its elytra. It is an agile predator commonly seen on forest paths in spring.
Did You Know?
It runs so fast while chasing prey that it temporarily goes blind and must stop to re-locate its target.