Sudan Plague Locust vs Canterbury Tree Weta
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sudan Plague Locust | Canterbury Tree Weta |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aiolopus simulatrix | Hemideina femorata |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Acrididae | Anostostomatidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | Body 35-40 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Africa | New Zealand |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sudan Plague Locust
A slender grasshopper of the Sahel zone that occasionally reaches plague densities after good rains. It is an important crop pest in Sudan and neighboring countries.
Did You Know?
It can breed continuously as long as green vegetation is available, producing several generations per year.
Canterbury Tree Weta
A medium-sized tree weta found in the eastern South Island of New Zealand. It has dark brown banding on the abdomen and is active on cool nights.
Did You Know?
It can remain active at temperatures close to freezing, unlike most other large insects.