Conocephalini

Conocephalini is a tribe of insects belonging to the subfamily Conocephalinae within the family Tettigoniidae, commonly known as katydids or bush crickets. This tribe is characterized by its members' typically elongated bodies, long antennae, and often leaf-like or twig-like camouflage. They are found in various habitats across the globe, with a significant diversity in tropical and subtropical regions.

The diet of Conocephalini species varies, with many being herbivorous, feeding on leaves, grasses, and other plant matter. Some species may also be omnivorous, supplementing their diet with small insects or other invertebrates. Their life cycle generally involves incomplete metamorphosis, with eggs hatching into nymphs that resemble smaller versions of the adults, gradually developing through several molts before reaching maturity.

Members of Conocephalini often exhibit remarkable mimicry, blending seamlessly with their surroundings to avoid predation. Their coloration and body shapes are adapted to specific environments, such as foliage, bark, or dry grasses. Acoustic communication is also important for many species, with males producing calls to attract females, often through stridulation, a rubbing of body parts. The exact number of genera and species within Conocephalini is subject to ongoing taxonomic research, but it represents a significant group within the Tettigoniidae family.