Insect
Grasshopper
The jumping insect of fields and meadows
Order Orthoptera
Orthoptera is a taxonomic order in the class Insecta. Global Animal Guide profiles 2 of its members: Grasshopper and Cricket. The table compares them using the figures on each profile.
Orthoptera species compared
| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grasshopper Caelifera | 0 g | 4 cm | 13 km/h | 1 yrs | Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, South America, Oceania | Least Concern |
| Cricket Gryllidae | 1 g | 3 cm | 5 km/h | 1 yrs | Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, South America, Oceania | Least Concern |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.
