Woodland Grasshopper vs Bornean Monkey Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Woodland Grasshopper | Bornean Monkey Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Omocestus rufipes | Erianthus versicolor |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Acrididae | Eumastacidae |
| Size | 13-22mm | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Borneo |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Woodland Grasshopper
A small dark grasshopper with a distinctive red-tipped abdomen in both sexes. Found in warm sheltered spots.
Did You Know?
Identified by its red-tipped abdomen which is visible even when the grasshopper is hopping away from you.
Bornean Monkey Grasshopper
A vividly multicolored monkey grasshopper from Borneo's montane forests with blue, green, red, and yellow markings. It moves slowly through understory foliage with a characteristic swaying walk.
Did You Know?
Its extraordinary rainbow coloration makes it one of the most photographed insects by naturalists visiting Bornean montane forests.