Katydid

usgb/ˈkeɪtiˌdɪd/
noun

A katydid is a type of large green insect that is known for its characteristic sound, often heard in the evening during the warmer months.

The katydid sang loudly in the trees as the sun set.
Visual representation of "katydid" - A katydid is a type of large green insect that is known for its characteristic sound, often heard in the evening during the warmer months.

Often appears as...

  • singing katydid
  • green katydid

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insect, cricket, Tettigonidae

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Contextual Sound

The sound of a katydid is often used to evoke a serene summer evening

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During a summer night, one can often hear the soothing sound of a katydid.
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