Woodland Grasshopper vs Wart-biter Cricket
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Woodland Grasshopper | Wart-biter Cricket |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Omocestus rufipes | Decticus verrucivorus |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Acrididae | Tettigoniidae |
| Size | 13-22mm | 30-40mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
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.
Wart-biter Cricket
A large bush-cricket with mottled green and brown coloring. Males produce a loud sustained song to attract mates. Historically used in Sweden to bite off warts.
Did You Know?
Swedish peasants historically let this cricket bite off their warts, giving it its common name.