Peacock Katydid
Species principle: Sudden Eyes
Hide the surprise.
A hidden warning can change the outcome in one instant.
Some katydids use leaf mimicry and sudden wing displays with eye-like patterns as predator deterrents.
Animal Powers
Startle Defense
Hide the surprise.
Animals grouped here express a similar power through their behavior in nature. Each species still has its own principle, lesson, meaning, and field-guide page.
2 species
Peanut-headed Lanternfly
Species principle: Startle Mask
Startle, then slip away.
Confusion can buy the moment you need to escape.
Peanut-headed lanternflies have unusual head structures and large eye-like wing markings that may help deter predators.