
Community identification
Katydid (Bush Cricket)
Family Tettigoniidae
- Order & Family
- Order Orthoptera, Family Tettigoniidae
- Size
- 1 inch to 4 inches (2.5 to 10 cm), depending on species.
Natural Habitat
Found globally in temperate and tropical regions, typically inhabiting tall grass, shrubs, and tree canopies for camouflage.
Diet & Feeding
Primarily herbivorous, feeding on leaves, flowers, and stems, though some species are predatory and eat other small insects.
Behavior Patterns
Mainly nocturnal; they are famous for their leaf-like camouflage and the loud 'singing' sounds produced by males rubbing their wings together (stridulation) to attract mates.
Risks & Benefits
Generally harmless to humans and beneficial as a food source for birds and small mammals; some species can be minor agricultural pests if population levels are high.