Conocephalus semivittatus

Meadow katydid at Dry Plain, NSW

Conocephalus semivittatus at Dry Plain, NSW - 14 Mar 2022
Conocephalus semivittatus at Dry Plain, NSW - 14 Mar 2022
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Conocephalus semivittatus 30 Apr 2023 RogerF

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User's notes

Location GPSed. Species is best guess based on CNM field guide. Assume it was waiting for prey to capture?

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RogerF wrote:
   30 Apr 2023
Merrinella is a cricket and a grassland vegetarian. This is a vegetarian katydid (female) often seen feeding on flowers especially daisies.
AndyRoo wrote:
   30 Apr 2023
Thanks Roger. Yes I just saw it in your book and realised my ID was incorrect.

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  • 14 Mar 2022 11:45 AM Recorded on
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  • Hypochaeris radicata. Associated plant
  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Female Gender
  • Alive / healthy Animal health
  • Waiting for prey to capture Insect behaviour on flower

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