Caudell's Conehead
Neoconocephalus caudellianus
This record describes Neoconocephalus caudellianus (species). Recorded family: Tettigoniidae. Recorded order: Orthoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Author of species: Davis, William Thompson (1862-1945). See Gordh and Headrick, p. 262 , original reference is American Entomologists .
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Orthoptera (Grasshoppers, Crickets, Katydids)
- Suborder
- Ensifera
- Family
- Tettigoniidae (Katydids)
- Subfamily
- Conocephalinae
- Tribe
- Copiphorini
- Genus
- Neoconocephalus (Common Coneheads)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Wet grassy areas and freshwater marshes.
Geographic Range
Southeastern U.S. except for southern Florida.
Seasonal Activity
July - August
About Grasshoppers, Crickets, Katydids: the wider group
Order-level background for Orthoptera, the group containing Neoconocephalus caudellianus. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Orthoptera includes ~28,000 described species of grasshoppers, crickets, and katydids. Desert locusts can form swarms covering 460 square miles containing up to 80 million individuals per square kilometer.
Ecological role of the group
Grasshoppers and crickets are a primary food source for birds, reptiles, and small mammals. Cricket farming is a growing industry - crickets require 12× less feed than cattle to produce the same amount of protein, using 2,000× less water.
Economic and practical significance of the group
A single large locust swarm can consume the same amount of food in one day as 35,000 people. The 2019-2021 East Africa locust crisis affected food security for 42 million people across multiple countries. Global crop losses from locusts can reach billions annually.
Recorded sources for this group: FAO, UN World Food Programme, research publications. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Caudell's Conehead (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by john and jane balaban; Additional contributions by cotinis , Ethan Kistler , metrioptera
Frequently Asked Questions About Caudell's Conehead
What is Caudell's Conehead?
Caudell's Conehead (Neoconocephalus caudellianus) is a species in the family Tettigoniidae, within the order Orthoptera.
How big is Caudell's Conehead?
Males 53-61mm and females 60-72mm
Where is Caudell's Conehead found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Wet grassy areas and freshwater marshes. |
| Range | Southeastern U.S. except for southern Florida. |
When is Caudell's Conehead active?
Caudell's Conehead: seasonal activity - July - August.