SCIENTIFIC NAME: MECINEMA THALASSINUM
VERNACULAR NAME: OAK BUSH-CRICKET

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DESCRIPTION 10 - 20 mm in length with females larger than males. A mainly green species with wings reaching to the end of the abdomen and a pale stripe running along the top of the head, thorax and abdomen. The females obvious ovipositor is upturned with a brown tip. At the rear of the thorax are located two brown patches which complete the ID process.
BEHAVIOUR A nocturnal tree dwelling species that is attracted to light. Its call is made by the tapping of the hind foot on leaves.
DISTRIBUTION Only found along the south coast where it is relatively common.
HABITAT Mainly distributed from central Britain southwards and found in a variety of areas where there is ample greenery.
PERIOD August to Autumn.

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