Community identification
Angular-winged Katydid (nymph)
Microcentrum rhombifolium
- Order & Family
- Order: Orthoptera, Family: Tettigoniidae
- Size
- 35 mm to 55 mm as adults; nymphs vary depending on instar stage
Natural Habitat
Trees, shrubs, gardens, and leafy vegetation
Diet & Feeding
Herbivorous, primarily feeding on leaves, flowers, and fruit of various plants
Behavior Patterns
Nocturnal herbivores that rely on excellent camouflage among green foliage; males sing during late summer evenings to attract mates
Risks & Benefits
Can cause minor cosmetic damage to garden plants by chewing on leaves, but generally do not reach destructive pest levels and serve as an important food source for birds and other predators