Table Mountain Ghost Frog Assassin Bug vs Saw-backed Grouse Locust
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Table Mountain Ghost Frog Assassin Bug | Saw-backed Grouse Locust |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Reduvius tabulensis | Acridopeza reticulata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Reduviidae | Tetrigidae |
| Size | 1.5-2 cm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | South Africa | Eastern Australia |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Table Mountain Ghost Frog Assassin Bug
A rare assassin bug found only on Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa. It preys on small invertebrates among the fynbos vegetation.
Did You Know?
Table Mountain's summit is home to numerous species found nowhere else due to its long isolation.
Saw-backed Grouse Locust
An Australian pygmy grasshopper with a distinctly serrated or saw-toothed pronotal keel. It is found in moist forest floor habitats.
Did You Know?
Its serrated pronotum crest is unique among Australian tetrigids and gives it an almost reptilian appearance.