Zayante Band-winged Grasshopper vs Cone-Head Katydid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Zayante Band-winged Grasshopper | Cone-Head Katydid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trimerotropis infantilis | Copiphora rhinoceros |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Acrididae | Tettigoniidae |
| Size | 2-3 cm | 40-60 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | United States | Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Zayante Band-winged Grasshopper
A small grasshopper found only in sand parkland habitats in Santa Cruz County, California. It is superbly camouflaged against the grey Zayante sand.
Did You Know?
Its entire world range covers less than 600 acres of sandy habitat in the Santa Cruz Mountains.
Cone-Head Katydid
A Neotropical katydid with a long horn-like projection from its head. It is an omnivorous species active at night in tropical lowland forests.
Did You Know?
Its horn is a hardened extension of its fastigium and may be used in combat between rival males.