IDENTITY RECORD

Long-winged Conehead

SCIENTIFIC NAME

Conocephalus fuscus

DESCRIPTION

A small bush cricket, I grow to between 12 and 17 mm. My name comes from the cone-shaped projection on my head. My brown back and wings contrast with my bright green sides and legs.

Behavior

DIET

Mainly herbivorous, I live primarily on grasses as well as small insects like many other species of grasshopper.

REPRODUCTION

I lay my eggs on a plant close to where I live, at the juncture of the leaf and stem.

Where and when can you find me in the reserve?

HABITAT

I prefer dense, wet meadows, but you can also find me in dry habitats.

WHEN TO SPOT ME

You can find me between late-July and October.

Conservation status

• Red list of endangered Orthoptera in Alsace: Least Concern (LC)