Bushcricket 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

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

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

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

Dark Bush-cricket (Pholidoptera griseoaptera) adult male, resting on hazel twig, Brittany, France, August

Saddle-backed Bush-cricket (Ephippiger ephippiger) adult, resting on stem, Lesvos, Greece, may

Bush-cricket (Barbitistes onustus) adult, standing on leaf, Italy, july

Bush-cricket (Ephippiger zelleri) adult female, climbing on twig, Italy, july

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The world of bushcrickets is a fascinating one, filled with incredible species and remarkable behaviors. From the Lichen Katydid camouflaging itself in lichens to the Great green bush-cricket laying eggs, these insects never cease to amaze. In Sumaco National Park, Napo, the Lichen Katydid (Markia hystrix) perfectly blends into its surroundings as it hides among lichens. Its ability to mimic its environment is truly astonishing. Meanwhile, in Sark, British Isles, the female Great green bush-cricket (Tettigonia viridissima) carefully lays her eggs. This delicate process ensures the survival of future generations in this picturesque location. Venturing into Yasuni National Park, Orellana, Ecuador reveals another captivating sight - the Peacock katydid (Pterochroza ocellata) assuming a defensive posture. With vibrant colors and intimidating spines raised high, it warns potential predators that it means business. Further exploration takes us to Napo, Ecuador where we encounter the Spiny devil katydid (Panacanthus cuspidatus). Its name alone suggests an intriguing creature that lives up to expectations with its unique appearance and behavior. Moving on to witness a leaf mimic ovipositing into a branch is another Bush cricket/Katydid from the Tettigoniidae family. It flawlessly imitates foliage while carrying out essential reproductive duties. An unknown species from the family Tettigoniidae surprises us yet again as we come across a Leaf mimic bush cricket or katydid. Its mastery of disguise leaves us wondering how many other hidden wonders exist within nature's vast tapestry. A Spiny predatory katydid photographed against a white background showcases its intricate details and features in stunning clarity. The mobile field studio allows for an up-close examination of this formidable predator's anatomy. Amongst moss-covered forests resides another camouflaged marvel - the Bush cricket or katydid with spines.