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πŸ¦— Grasshoppers & Crickets

Katydid

Pterophylla camellifolia

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Nocturnal insects with leaf-shaped wings providing excellent camouflage. Named for their rhythmic "katy-did, katy-didn't" calls. Have ears on their front legs.

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Did You Know?

Katydids have their ears on their front knees β€” each leg contains a tiny slit-like tympanum that detects sound waves, allowing them to hear predators and mates.