The katydid is a very interesting and cool insect that you can hear outside in the summer.
It is related to crickets and grasshoppers but what's make them different from crickets and grasshoppers is the distinct noise that it makes.
The male katydid creates a very loud call to attract female katydid. The males produce this noise by rubbing their forewings together. In some species of katydid, the female katydid can also make this sound.
Are you ready to know more about the katydid?
''The Katydid: Pictures and Fun Facts on Animals for Kids'' is a wonderfully written book with cute katydid pictures for your kids to discover more about this cute insect. Have a copy of this book now and enjoy learning about the katydid!