Long-winged Conehead vs Fleabane Tortoise Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-winged Conehead | Fleabane Tortoise Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Conocephalus discolor | Cassida murraea |
| Order | Orthoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Tettigoniidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm body | 5-6 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Wetlands |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Long-winged Conehead
A slim green bush-cricket with a pointed head that has dramatically expanded its range northward in Britain. Produces a very high-pitched, barely audible song. Found in tall grass and rushes.
Did You Know?
Its ultrasonic song is at such a high frequency that many people cannot hear it, even when the insect is nearby.
Fleabane Tortoise Beetle
A striking red-brown and black tortoise beetle associated with fleabane plants. Has characteristic dark markings on the transparent shield margin. Found in damp habitats.
Did You Know?
The larvae cover themselves with their own excrement and shed skins as a defensive shield.