Alfred's Shieldback
Alfredectes semiaeneus
- Least concern
- Card rarity: Common
- Insects
Alfredectes semiaeneus, or Alfred's shieldback, is a species of katydid that is widespread in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape of South Africa. It is found in lowland and coastal fynbos, up to 1400 m elevation. It is threatened with habitat destruction, but can be found in protected areas such as Baviaanskloof Mega Reserve and Tsitsikamma National Park.
Classification
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Orthoptera
- Family
- Tettigoniidae
- Genus
- Alfredectes