Orthopterida Collection

Spiny devil katydid (Panacanthus cuspidatus), Napo, Ecuador, South America

Bush cricket / Katydid (Tettigoniidae ), female leaf mimic ovipositing into branch. Manu Biosphere Reserve, Peru

Lichen Katydid (Markia hystrix) camouflage in lichens. Sumaco National Park, Napo, Ecuador

Great green bush-cricket (Tettigonia viridissima) female laying eggs, Sark, British Channel Islands, August

Chapuline grasshopper (Sphenarium mexicanum) portrait. Los Tuxtlas rainforest, Mexico, . July

Leaf mimic bush cricket or katydid (unknown species, family Tettigoniidae) in the middle of moulting its skin. Moulting from one sub-adult stage (instar) to another is known as ecdysis

Spiny predatory katydid (Listroscelis sp) photographed on a white background in mobile field studio, Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica

Bush cricket or katydid (Tettigoniidae) with spines, camouflaged amongst moss. Forest interior of mid-altitude montane rainforest, Manu Biosphere Reserve, Peru

Predatory bush cricket (Saga pedo) waiting for prey on Eryngium, Italy. June. Vulnerable species

Peacock katydid (Pterochroza ocellata) in defensive posture, Yasuni National Park, Orellana, Ecuador

Katydid (Copiphora) portrait. Los Tuxtlas Biosphere Reserve, Mexico. July
Katydid (Copiphora) portrait.Los Tuxtlas Biosphere Reserve, Mexico. July

Katydid (Tettigoniidae) on Prickly pear (Opuntia sp. ) flower, Texas, USA. May
Katydid (Tettigoniidae) on Prickly pear (Opuntia sp.) flower, Texas, USA. May

Peacock katydid (Pterochroza ocellata) on leaf in defensive posture, Yasuni National Park, Amazon Basin, Ecuador

Two Crickets (Phaneroptera sp. ) feeding on Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) in the rain, Klein Schietveld Nature Reserve
Two Crickets (Phaneroptera sp.) feeding on Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) in the rain, Klein Schietveld Nature Reserve, Brasschaat, Belgium. August

Meadow grasshopper (Pseudochorthippus parallelus) on Common heather (Calluna vulgaris), covered in dew droplets. Klein Schietveld, Brasschaat, Belgium. August

Katydid (Tettigoniidae) with Giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis) in the background, Masai Mara National Park, Kenya

Grasshopper, which has eaten a big hole in a leaf, East Lake Greenway park, Wuhan, Hubei, China

Katydid / Bush Cricket (Tettigoniidae) camouflaged amongst cloud forest understory vegetation. 1600 metres altitude, Manu Biosphere Reserve, Peru. November

Katydid / Bush Cricket (Tettigoniidae) camouflaged amongst cloud forest understory vegetation. 1600 metres altitude, Manu Biosphere Reserve, Peru. November

Great green bush-cricket (Tettigonia viridissima) and Common poppy (Papaver rhoeas) Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, southern Spain, April

Leaf katydid (Cycloptera speculata) camouflaged on leaf, Yasuni National Park, Amazon Rainforest, Ecuador, South America

Two Black grouse (Tetrao tetrix) males displaying at a lek site at dawn, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK, April

RF- Meadow Grasshopper (Chorthippus parallelus) sub adult, Vealand farm, Devon, UK. July

Speckled bush-cricket (Leptophyes punctatissima) on fern fronds. Dorset, UK, July

Speckled bush cricket (Leptophyes punctatissima) nymph on red rose. Surrey, England, July

Leaf katydid (Cycloptera speculata) Yasuni National Park, Amazon Rainforest, Ecuador, South America

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Orthopterida is a diverse order of insects that includes various species of katydids and bush crickets. These fascinating creatures have evolved remarkable adaptations to their environments, as seen in these captivating photographs. In the first image, a Lichen Katydid (Markia hystrix) showcases its incredible camouflage skills by blending seamlessly into the lichens of Sumaco National Park in Napo. Its cryptic appearance allows it to remain hidden from predators. Next, we witness the Great green bush-cricket (Tettigonia viridissima) female carefully laying her eggs on Sark Island in British. This delicate moment captures the life cycle of this species and highlights their dedication to ensuring future generations. The Peacock katydid (Pterochroza ocellata) strikes an imposing defensive posture in Yasuni National Park, Orellana, Ecuador. Its vibrant colors serve as a warning to potential threats while also showcasing its beauty amidst the lush surroundings. The Spiny devil katydid (Panacanthus cuspidatus), found in Napo, Ecuador, South America, displays an array of spines that act as both protection and intimidation against predators. Its unique appearance sets it apart from other orthopterans. A female leaf mimic bush cricket or katydid expertly oviposits into a branch while perfectly imitating a leaf. This clever adaptation helps them avoid detection by blending seamlessly with their environment. Another unidentified species within the Tettigoniidae family demonstrates exceptional leaf mimicry skills among moss-covered terrain. The intricate details make it nearly impossible for unsuspecting eyes to distinguish between insect and foliage. A Spiny predatory katydid (Listroscelis sp) takes center stage against a white background in a mobile field studio setup. This close-up shot allows us to appreciate its formidable spines and predatory features up close.