Woodland Grasshopper vs PNG Giant Katydid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Woodland Grasshopper | PNG Giant Katydid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Omocestus rufipes | Siliquofera grandis |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Acrididae | Tettigoniidae |
| Size | 13-22mm | 70-100 mm body length |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Oceania (Papua New Guinea) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Woodland Grasshopper
A small dark grasshopper with a distinctive red-tipped abdomen in both sexes. Found in warm sheltered spots.
Did You Know?
Identified by its red-tipped abdomen which is visible even when the grasshopper is hopping away from you.
PNG Giant Katydid
A very large katydid found in the rainforests of Papua New Guinea, with a body resembling a green leaf. Its leaf mimicry is remarkably detailed, including simulated vein patterns, leaf edges, and even brown spots resembling fungal damage.
Did You Know?
This katydid's leaf mimicry extends to simulating insect damage and fungal spots on its wings, making it virtually invisible among real foliage.