Katydid (likely a conehead katydid)

Vegetation, grasslands, woodland edges, gardens, and areas near lights; this individual is resting on a screened surface.

Primarily grasses and other plant material, with occasional insects or animal matter. Feeding is usually nocturnal.

Nocturnal and strongly camouflaged among leaves and grass; males produce loud calling songs by rubbing their wings. Females insert eggs into plant tissue or soil, and nymphs resemble smaller wingless adults.

Harmless to people and not known to transmit disease. It contributes to food webs and may occasionally damage grasses or garden plants when abundant.