Venezuelan Tepui Katydid vs Spur-throated Locust
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Venezuelan Tepui Katydid | Spur-throated Locust |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Teleutias pellucida | Austracris guttulosa |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 35-50 mm | 50-75 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | South America (Venezuela - tepui region) | Australia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Venezuelan Tepui Katydid
A translucent pale green katydid endemic to the tepui highlands of Venezuela. Its semi-transparent wings allow sunlight to pass through, aiding camouflage among the sparse vegetation of tepui summits. It is adapted to the cool, misty conditions atop these ancient mountains.
Did You Know?
It is found only on the summits of tepui mountains that have been isolated for tens of millions of years, making it a true evolutionary island species.
Spur-throated Locust
A large Australian locust named for the distinctive spur on its throat. It is a major agricultural pest in northern and eastern Australia, particularly damaging to sorghum and other grain crops.
Did You Know?
Unlike the plague locust, spur-throated locusts are primarily solitary but can form dense bands when conditions are favourable.