Invertebrates > Orthoptera
AT A GLANCECommon Name: Robust GrasshopperScientific Name: Brachaspis robustusCategory: InvertebratesSubcategory: OrthopteraSize: Females: 1.4–1.6 in (3.5–4.0 cm); Males: 0.8–1.0 in (2.0–2.5 cm)Weight: 0.05–0.14 oz (1.5–4.0 g)Lifespan: 2–3 years (slow development with...
Invertebrates > Orthoptera
AT A GLANCECommon Name: Vineyard Mole CricketScientific Name: Gryllotalpa vineaeCategory: InvertebratesSubcategory: OrthopteraSize: Body length: 1.6–2.0 in (40–50 mm); Forewing length: 0.7–0.9 in (18–23 mm)Weight: 0.07–0.12 oz (2.0–3.5 g)Lifespan: 1–2 years through...
Invertebrates > Orthoptera
AT A GLANCECommon Name: Cook Strait Giant WetaScientific Name: Deinacrida rugosaCategory: InvertebratesSubcategory: OrthopteraSize: Body length 7 to 8 cm (2.8 to 3.1 in); total length with legs and antennae up to 15 cm (6 in)Weight: 20 to 30 g (0.7 to 1.1 oz; record...
