Weta Piki (Jumping Weta) vs Heath Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Weta Piki (Jumping Weta) | Heath Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hemiandrus pallitarsis | Chorthippus vagans |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Anostostomatidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 12-18mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Heathland |
| Diet | Detritivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Oceania (New Zealand) | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Weta Piki (Jumping Weta)
A small ground weta endemic to New Zealand, found in forest leaf litter. It is nocturnal and burrows into the soil during the day. Ground weta are the most species-rich group of weta, with many species still being discovered and described.
Did You Know?
New species of ground weta are still being discovered in New Zealand, with more than 40 species now known, many identified only in the last two decades.
Heath Grasshopper
A small brown grasshopper confined to heathland. One of the rarest grasshoppers in Britain.
Did You Know?
Confined to a handful of heathland sites in Dorset and threatened by heathland loss and scrub encroachment.