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Cave Weta

Gymnoplectron acanthocerum

About

A large cave-dwelling weta endemic to New Zealand with extremely long antennae up to three times its body length. Uses its antennae to navigate in complete darkness.

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Did You Know?

Cave wetas have antennae so long they can span a cave entrance like a trip wire β€” detecting predators and prey in pitch darkness using touch and vibration alone.