Lesser Angle-winged Katydid

Microcentrum retinerve

Classification

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Microcentrum retinerve: /ˌmaɪkroʊˈsɛntrəm rɪˈtɪnɜrvɪ/

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Images

Katydid on early goldenrod microcentrum retinerve by Barnes Dr Thomas G, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Used under a Public domain license.
Lesser angle-wing katydid (Microcentrum retinerve) by Charles J. Sharp . Used under a CC BY-SA 4.0 license.
Lesser Angle-winged Katydid (Microcentrum retinerve) (10121781633) by Andrew C. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.
Lesser Angle-winged Katydid (Microcentrum retinerve) (10121640625) by Andrew C. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.
Lesser Anglewing - Microcentrum retinerve, Watkins Regional Park, Upper Marlboro, Maryland (24596807887) by Judy Gallagher. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.
Microcentrum retinerve Mex2019 by Carlos Valenzuela. Used under a CC BY-SA 4.0 license.

Summary

Microcentrum retinerve, commonly known as the lesser angle-winged katydid, is a species of katydid found in the southeastern United States. It is recognized by its smaller size compared to similar species and is typically found in deciduous forest habitats.

Physical Characteristics

44-53 mm in length, similar to Microcentrum rhombifolium but smaller. Characteristic angular pronotum, which can be referenced through illustrations available in literature.

Identification Tips

Compare size and shape to Microcentrum rhombifolium; refer to illustrations of the pronotum for differentiation.

Habitat

Deciduous forests, often found calling from the tops of trees.

Distribution

Southeastern United States, ranging from New Jersey and Missouri south to eastern Texas and Florida.

Similar Taxa

Tags

  • katydid
  • Orthoptera
  • Microcentrum retinerve
  • Lesser Angle-winged Katydid