Southeastern Bush Katydid
Scudderia cuneata
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Orthoptera
- Suborder: Ensifera
- Infraorder: Tettigoniidea
- Family: Tettigoniidae
- Subfamily: Phaneropterinae
- Genus: Scudderia
- Species: cuneata
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Scudderia cuneata: /skʌˈdɛɹiə kjuːˈneɪtə/
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Summary
Scudderia cuneata, or the southeastern bush katydid, is a North American katydid species within the family Tettigoniidae, known for its difficulty in differentiation from Scudderia furcata.
Physical Characteristics
Nymphs tend to be largely black.
Identification Tips
Differentiating Scudderia cuneata from Scudderia furcata can be challenging; male genitalia examination is often necessary for accurate identification.
Habitat
Typically found in southeastern U.S. regions including Louisiana, Florida, and Virginia.
Distribution
North America, particularly prevalent in the Southeastern United States.
Diet
Herbivorous, feeding on leaves and plant material.
Life Cycle
Not specified in detail; typical katydid life cycle involves egg, nymph, and adult stages.
Reproduction
Not specified in detail; however, katydids generally reproduce by laying eggs in the soil or plant material.
Predators
Not specified; likely includes birds and other insectivorous animals.
Ecosystem Role
As a herbivore, plays a role in plant consumption and may serve as prey for various predators.
Similar Taxa
Misconceptions
Some individuals misidentified as Scudderia furcata may actually belong to Scudderia cuneata, highlighting confusion between the two species.
Tags
- katydid
- Scudderia cuneata
- orthoptera
- Southeastern Bush Katydid
- Tettigoniidae