South American Leaf-Footed Bug vs Cone-headed Katydid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South American Leaf-Footed Bug | Cone-headed Katydid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leptoglossus zonatus | Neoconocephalus ensiger |
| Order | Hemiptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Coreidae | Tettigoniidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 45-60 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Wetlands |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Americas from the United States through Argentina | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
South American Leaf-Footed Bug
A brown coreid bug with expanded leaf-like hind tibiae and a pale zigzag band across the forewings. It is a significant pest of corn, citrus, and pomegranates.
Did You Know?
Its flattened hind leg expansions may serve to mimic leaf fragments or to intimidate rivals during territorial displays.
Cone-headed Katydid
A long, slender katydid with a distinctive pointed cone on the top of its head. It hides among tall grasses and reeds, where its elongated body is perfectly camouflaged.
Did You Know?
Its continuous high-pitched buzz is one of the dominant insect sounds of late summer nights in eastern North America.