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Green bug #876389

Asked July 08, 2024, 4:58 PM EDT

Do you know what this bug is?

Howard County Maryland

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Hello Nancy,

That is a common true katydid nymph (Pterophylla camellifolia). Katydids are generally nocturnal insects that live in trees, where they can camouflage themselves as leaves to avoid predators. Male katydids rub their front wings together to "sing" to females, which are usually larger than the males.

Marie

An Ask Extension Expert Replied July 09, 2024, 10:59 AM EDT

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Green bug #876389

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