This Blog contains Wildlife, Plants and Bird Photos from Walks, Safaris, Birding Trips and Vacations. Most of the pictures have been taken with my Nikon P900 and P950X cameras. Just click on any image for a larger picture. On the right column under the Blog Archive are the entries by date. Below that under Animal categories all the diffent species of Animals, Birds, Insects and Plants contained in the website are listed. Clicking on any entry will show all the entries for that species.
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Monday, 23 March 2026
23-2-2026 MADIKWE GAME RESERVE, SOUTH AFRICA - SICKLE BEARING LEAF KATYDID (Phaneroptera sparsa)
Phaneroptera sparsa (Sickle-bearing Leaf Katydid) is a widely distributed African and Middle Eastern bush cricket species, often found in tree canopies or bushes. Known for its herbivorous diet and green coloration, it is a common species with a "Least Concern" status. They are known for distinct calling songs that form duets with females.
