Giant Fighting Bug Filmed For First Time
November 3, 2017—Madagascar is home to some katydids that look like they’re ready for a fight, according to a new study. Seven of the species are new to science, and another, the aptly-named
Colossopus grandidieri, had never before been filmed in action. The show of strength is an unusual behavior for katydids, insects also known as bush crickets. READ:
7 New Giant Bug Species Are Extremely Aggressive
Check out those "biceps"—this species of katydid, Colossopus grandidieri, is unusually large and powerful.
Like several other katydids in Madagascar, C. grandidieri is a formidable fighter, using its strong forelimbs to pull its opponent into biting range.
This is the first time anyone has filmed its defensive behavior.
It's rare to find katydids that are so scrappy, experts say.
