long-winged conehead
conocephalus discolor latin

Conocephalus discolor, the long-winged conehead, is a member of the Tettigoniidae family.

Today the long-winged conehead can be found in northwestern parts of the country beyond the River Thames and as far west as Wales.

The long-winged conehead feeds primarily on grasses as well as small invertebrates such as aphids and caterpillars.

These two species are phenotypically similar; however, the distinguishing factor between the two is the fully developed set of wings the long-winged conehead possesses that allows for flight.

Though male stridulation can lead to death, long-winged conehead males continue to produce their song because the benefits of attracting a female outweigh the costs of being eaten.

Conocephalus discolor is active during the day, and their main form of locomotion is walking.

Conocephalus discolor has a univoltine life cycle, only producing one set of offspring per year.

Conocephalus discolor, the long-winged conehead, is a member of the Tettigoniidae family.