Common True Katydid

Pterophylla camellifolia, the common true katydid, is a common North American insect. It can be found in southeastern Canada, through the eastern United States from Maine to Florida. P. camellifolia belongs to the family Tettigoniidae (katydids). Within the Tettigoniidae, it belongs to the subfamily Pseudophyllinae. Other common names include northern true katydid and rough-winged katydid. Scientific Name: Pterophylla camellifolia Range: Eastern United States Size: Body 4.5–5 cm Status: Common ID Notes: Bright green, leaf-shaped wings held vertically. Long thread-like antennae. Behavior / Notes: The 'katy-DID, katy-DIDN'T' call heard in eastern forests at night.