True Leaf Katydid vs Elegant Cave Cricket
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | True Leaf Katydid | Elegant Cave Cricket |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudophyllus titan | Ceuthophilus elegans |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Rhaphidophoridae |
| Size | 50-70 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Caves |
| Diet | Herbivores | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | West Africa, Central Africa | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
True Leaf Katydid
A large katydid with broad green forewings that precisely mimic living leaves. The wing venation pattern is nearly identical to real leaf veins.
Did You Know?
Its forewings even have small brown spots that mimic fungal damage on real leaves.
Elegant Cave Cricket
A moderately-sized cave cricket found in caves and dark sheltered areas across the eastern United States. It has a mottled brown body pattern.
Did You Know?
Despite its name, it is also commonly found in basements and crawl spaces.