Xya Pygmy Mole Cricket vs Common Green Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Xya Pygmy Mole Cricket | Common Green Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xya pfaendleri | Omocestus viridulus |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Tridactylidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 14-24 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southern Europe, Mediterranean | Western Europe, Central Europe, Northern Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Xya Pygmy Mole Cricket
A minute European pygmy mole cricket typically found on bare sandy ground near rivers. It is so small it is often confused with a small beetle.
Did You Know?
It has tiny paddle-shaped appendages on its hind legs that serve as hydrofoils for skipping across water surfaces.
Common Green Grasshopper
A small grasshopper varying from bright green to brown with a characteristic buzzing song that accelerates to a crescendo. It is one of Europe's most widespread grasshoppers.
Did You Know?
Its song lasts about 20 seconds and ends with a distinctive rapid crescendo.