# Angle-Winged Katydids (*microcentrum*) Angle-Winged Katydids are fascinating insects that can be found in gardens and forests. They are known for their unique wing shapes that resemble leaves, helping them blend into their surroundings! - **Category:** [Insects](https://www.snappit.app/explore/categories/insect) - **Rarity:** Common - **Danger:** 0/5 · No known danger - **Habitat:** Forests, gardens, and grassy areas. - **Also known as:** Green Katydid, Leaf Katydid ![Angle-Winged Katydids](https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Special:Redirect/file/Katydid_tx.jpg&width=800) Photo: Wadems at English Wikipedia, Public domain · [Wikimedia Commons](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Katydid_tx.jpg) ## Appearance The Angle-Winged Katydids has a flattened, leaf-like body and broad, angled forewings, usually vibrant green or brown. Its wings have intricate veins, making it almost invisible among foliage, and long, thin antennae extend from its head. ## Taxonomy - **Kingdom:** Animalia - **Phylum:** Arthropoda - **Class:** Insecta - **Order:** Orthoptera - **Family:** Tettigoniidae - **Genus:** Microcentrum ## Interesting facts - Female katydids lay their eggs in neat, shingle-like rows on plant stems! - Some katydid calls are so high-pitched, humans can't even hear them! - Their super-long antennae can be much longer than their whole body! - They are masters of 'crypsis,' meaning they blend in perfectly with surroundings! ## Special abilities - **Leafy Disguise:** Angle-Winged Katydids has a flattened, green body and wings that perfectly mimic leaves, helping them hide from hungry predators. - **Winged Songster:** Male Angle-Winged Katydids can sing by rubbing their specialized wings together, producing calls to attract a mate. - **Super Listener:** Angle-Winged Katydids can hear with special organs on their front legs, helping them detect danger or other katydids. ## Measurements & details - **Wingspan:** 60-140 mm - **Size:** 30-70 mm - **Lifespan:** 90-150 days - **Leg Count:** 6 ## Diet & Feeding These leafy insects munch on leaves and sometimes flowers from a variety of plants. - **Primary Foods:** leaves, oak leaves, apple leaves, elm leaves, flowers - **Foraging Method:** Foraging ## Ecological connections - **Eaten by:** [Blue Jay](https://www.snappit.app/explore/blue-jay) (*Cyanocitta cristata*) — Birds hunt katydids. - **Eaten by:** [Little Brown Bat](https://www.snappit.app/explore/little-brown-bat) (*Myotis lucifugus*) — Bats are nocturnal predators. - **Eaten by:** [Garden Spider](https://www.snappit.app/explore/garden-spider) (*Argiope aurantia*) — Spiders capture katydids. - **Eats:** [White Oak](https://www.snappit.app/explore/white-oak) (*Quercus alba*) — They feed on oak leaves. - **Eats:** [Apple Tree](https://www.snappit.app/explore/apple-tree) (*Malus domestica*) — They consume apple foliage. ## Traits - [Social](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/social): Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring. - [Arboreal](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/arboreal): Arboreal animals live primarily in trees, utilizing them for shelter, food, and protection from predators. - [Camouflaged](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/camouflaged): Camouflaged describes organisms that possess coloring or patterns that allow them to blend into their environment. - [Herbivorous](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/herbivorous): This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material. - [Nocturnal](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/nocturnal): Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day. ## Collections - [Insects](https://www.snappit.app/explore/collections/insects) ## Safety **Danger:** 0/5 · No known danger No special safety notes yet. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How to identify Angle-Winged Katydids? Look for six legs, antennae, three body sections and the shape of the wings. Beetles have hardened front wings; flies have just one working pair. Tiny insects may need a close view before their group is clear. Insect Identifier: upload a photo and compare the visible details. ### What is Angle-Winged Katydids's wingspan? 60-140 mm ### How big is Angle-Winged Katydids? 30-70 mm ### How long does Angle-Winged Katydids live? 90-150 days ### What does Angle-Winged Katydids eat? These leafy insects munch on leaves and sometimes flowers from a variety of plants. ### Where is Angle-Winged Katydids usually found? Forests, gardens, and grassy areas. ### How does Angle-Winged Katydids hunt? Foraging ### How many legs does Angle-Winged Katydids have? 6 ## Where to spot - [Mitchell Nutter Park](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/mitchell-nutter-park) — Florida, US · Park ## More Insects - [Common Eastern Bumble Bee](https://www.snappit.app/explore/common-eastern-bumble-bee) (*Bombus impatiens*) - [Spotted Lanternfly](https://www.snappit.app/explore/spotted-lanternfly) (*Lycorma delicatula*) - [Brown-belted Bumble Bee](https://www.snappit.app/explore/brown-belted-bumble-bee) (*Bombus griseocollis*) - [Eastern Carpenter Bee](https://www.snappit.app/explore/eastern-carpenter-bee) (*Xylocopa virginica*) --- Source: [Angle-Winged Katydids: Facts & Places to See — Snappit](https://www.snappit.app/explore/angle-winged-katydids)