Short-horned Grasshopper vs Katydid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Short-horned Grasshopper | Katydid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phymateus morbillosus | Pterophylla camellifolia |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Pyrgomorphidae | Tettigoniidae |
| Size | 50-70 mm | 45-65 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Short-horned Grasshopper
A toxic foam grasshopper that sequesters milkweed poisons and displays bright warning colors.
Did You Know?
When attacked it exudes toxic foam from its thoracic glands.
Katydid
Nocturnal insects with leaf-shaped wings providing excellent camouflage. Named for their rhythmic "katy-did, katy-didn't" calls. Have ears on their front legs.
Did You Know?
Katydids have their ears on their front knees — each leg contains a tiny slit-like tympanum that detects sound waves, allowing them to hear predators and mates.