Neobarrettia spinosa


The Neobarrettia spinosa, also known as greater arid-land katydid, red eyed katydid, giant Texas katydid, is a cricket of the katydid family, Tettigoniidae, that is native to west-southern United States and northern Mexico.

Habitat

Neobarrettia spinosa inhabits in Oak-juniper woodlands and arid-land deserts with mesquites or other brushes.

Biology

Neobarrettia spinosa is an aggressive insect. It spreads and shakes its wings when it threats.

Diet

Neobarrettia spinosa is a carnivorous insect. It agilely stalks through the underbrush and macerates grasshoppers, other katydids, caterpillars, small frogs, lizards, and any other small animal it can overpower. These animals put up a formidable threat posture when under attack, and defends with a powerful bite and a nasty rear kick.

Life cycle

Neobarrettia spinosa live.