Quiet-calling katydids

Pronunciation
/KWY-et-call-ing KAY-tid-z/
Category
Behavior
Singular
Quiet-calling katydid
Plural
Quiet-calling katydids

Definition

Katydids that produce relatively low-volume calls, often used to attract females in quieter environments.

Etymology

From the Latin 'quietus' meaning 'silent' and 'calling' referring to their reduced vocalizations.

Example

Quiet-calling katydids are often found in dense vegetation where loud calls would be easily heard by predators.

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