Katydid Coloring Pages

What kind of bug is it?

The Katydid is an insect in the grasshopper family that sings "Gees, chon" when autumn comes. It has a long, green body, and it is great at hopping around with its big back legs. Its singing voice is very loud, so you can often hear it in grassy spots.

Why does it sing?

Only male Katydids sing. Their songs are used to call females and to let other males know where they are. The Katydid makes sounds by rubbing its wings together.

Where does it live?

The Katydid lives in the fields and grassy areas of Japan. It stays active during the day while singing, and it often sits still on top of grass. It has strong jaws and is a meat-eating insect that sometimes catches and eats small bugs or other grasshoppers.

What does it eat?

The Katydid mostly eats other insects, but it eats grass leaves too. If you keep one as a pet, it will happily eat lettuce and cucumbers when you give them to it.

How to Choose Colors: Let's Color Different Parts of the Body!

The trick to this Katydid coloring page is making its green body look right at home in the grassy bushes.

• Body color: A Katydid's body is green. Instead of using just one color, try mixing light green, dark green, and a little bit of yellow-green to bring it to life!
• Wing color: A Katydid's wings are green, just like its body. Try coloring carefully along the lines of the wings.

How to Make It Look 3D: Think About Shadows and Light!

Here are some cool tricks to make the Katydid's long body look round and real.

• Shadowy spots: Layer a darker color under the body, where the legs connect, and where the wings overlap. This will make your Katydid look nice and round!
• Bright spots: Leave spots where light hits—like the Katydid's back—a little bit lighter. That will make it look shiny!

Tips for Having Fun with Your Coloring Page!

• Try adding a background!
  • Katydids love hiding in the grass. If you draw green grass and pretty flowers around it, your picture will look super exciting!
• Express yourself freely!
  • There are no strict rules for a Katydid's colors. Feel free to make your own colorful Katydid! A rainbow Katydid would look awesome, too!
• Try adding its song!
  • Draw music notes or thin wavy lines to show the Katydid singing. It will make your picture even more fun!