Locust and the cat – What will happen next?
As I am not sure which subspecies it is, I use the term locust here. If anyone can explain the distinction to me in more detail, please leave a comment.
I passed this scene on one of my deliveries. You'd think there was going to be a hunt here, but far from it. The cat was obviously having a siesta and wasn't bothered by the locust. The locust itself didn't seem to be afraid either, even when the cat gently touched it with its paw.
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They both let me get close, I didn't seem to exist for them. So a close-up was also possible.
The locust was even so curious that it hopped onto my arm at the end of the little photo session. Not easy to photograph but a great experience.
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STOPWow! I'm amazed that the cat didn't start 'playing' with the insect.
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Yes, that surprised me too. It was just a peaceful moment.
I'm glad to be part of the contest, I kind of missed it after noise was over.
That is so cool that you manage to get those shots without the locust just flying off, or getting eaten.
Indeed, I was surprised too. One of those moments... sometimes you have to be lucky.
Those are some great Photos! I'd have been far to tempted to pet the kitty!
😁 I did that afterwards of course. We know each other, could be the reason she stayed that calm.
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Why doesn't the cat catch it?
It's a very relaxed cat fed by humans, no need to hunt. That's what I guess.
Oh I see, okay. He's really easy going :)
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Nice story and pictures!
Actually, it's not a locust. :)
But why?
Just read more about here (hint: check the length of the antennae ...).
Thank you very much for your support and clarification.
I read your pinned post earlier and still somehow misunderstood. Embarrassing. So it's a cricket?
Nature can be confusing, but it's most certainly beautiful.
Actually, colloquially, it's certainly fine to refer to it as a "locust". However, in technical terms, this specimen belongs to the Ensifera, meaning it belongs to one of the various cricket species (recognizable by their long antennae).
I think I'm going to remember that from now on. I don't want this mistake to happen again. Thanks again for your advice. 😎
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