True Leaf Katydid vs Hawaiian Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | True Leaf Katydid | Hawaiian Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudophyllus titan | Megalagrion hawaiiense |
| Order | Orthoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 50-70 mm | 35-45 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | West Africa, Central Africa | Hawaii |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
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.
Hawaiian Damselfly
An endemic Hawaiian damselfly with red or orange coloring found near streams. It breeds in flowing water in native forest streams.
Did You Know?
Hawaii's damselflies evolved to breed in unusual habitats including tree holes and leaf axils.