Water Stick Insect vs Predatory Katydid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Water Stick Insect | Predatory Katydid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ranatra linearis | Clonia melanoptera |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Orthoptera |
| Family | Nepidae | Tettigoniidae |
| Size | 30-45mm | 50-70 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Grasslands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Water Stick Insect
Despite its common name, this is actually a true bug (Hemiptera) that resembles a stick insect and lives underwater. It breathes through a long tail siphon. It is a slow-moving aquatic predator.
Did You Know?
Though called a stick insect, it is actually an aquatic true bug that breathes through a snorkel-like tail tube.
Predatory Katydid
A large predatory katydid with powerful spiny forelegs for catching insects.
Did You Know?
Its spiny forelegs form a basket trap similar to those of praying mantises.