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Greater Anglewing

Microcentrum rhombifolium

The Greater Anglewing is a fun green bug that looks like a leaf! It loves to hide in trees and bushes, making it a great little friend for nature explorers.

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Greater Anglewing has a striking leaf-like appearance, with broad, green wings that perfectly mimic foliage. Its body is also green, and the outer edges of its wings have an angular, veined pattern, making it nearly invisible among leaves.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderOrthopteraFamilyTettigoniidaeGenusMicrocentrum
Greater Anglewing
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Greater Anglewing

Category

Insects

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Greater Anglewings actually 'hear' with special ears located on their front legs.

Its super long antennae can be more than twice its body length!

Their eggs are glued to twigs and look just like tiny flat seeds.

These insects are nocturnal, meaning they are most active and sing at night.

Special abilities

Ability

Master of Disguise

Greater Anglewing can perfectly blend in with green leaves because its body and wings are shaped and colored to look just like them.

Ability

Nighttime Serenade

Greater Anglewing produces a loud 'katy-did' or 'tic-tic-tic' sound by rubbing its wings together, primarily to attract mates.

Ability

Super Jumper

Greater Anglewing has powerful hind legs that help them leap away quickly from predators when they are spotted.

Measurements & details

Wingspan
70-100 mm
Size
40-60 mm
Lifespan
60-120 days
Flight Speed
5 km/h
Leg Count
6

Diet & Feeding

This insect mainly munches on different parts of plants, like leaves, flowers, and even some fruits.

Primary Foods

  • leaves
  • flowers
  • fruit pulp
  • twigs
  • seeds

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always watch where you step in nature to avoid stepping on tiny bugs like this one.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Greater Anglewing's wingspan?

70-100 mm

How big is Greater Anglewing?

40-60 mm

How long does Greater Anglewing live?

60-120 days

How fast can Greater Anglewing fly?

5 km/h

What does Greater Anglewing eat?

This insect mainly munches on different parts of plants, like leaves, flowers, and even some fruits.

Where is Greater Anglewing usually found?

Forests

How does Greater Anglewing hunt?

Foraging

How many legs does Greater Anglewing have?

6

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