Among hundreds of grasshoppers along this stretch of heathland track, we also sighted a few katydids. And this colourful nymph was arguably the most spectacular!

Caedicia marginata (nymph)

Insects that go through nymphal stages during their development often radically change in shape and colour. This is most likely the same species as the crimson nymph we found nearby. Note too the larger wings. These increase in size with each successive moult.

Caedicia marginata (nymph)

Fully grown, with long wings. And now it can fly!

Caedicia marginata (adult)