zubowski's plump bush-cricket

The Zubowski's Plump Bush-cricket (Isophya zubowskii) is a robust, brightly colored bush-cricket known for its green body with intricate markings that help it blend into its grassy habitat. Found primarily in the forested steppe regions of Ukraine’s Carpathian Mountains, this insect is highly dependent on tall grasses and wildflowers for food and shelter. With an estimated population of fewer than 5,000 individuals, it faces threats from habitat loss due to agricultural expansion, urban development, and changes in land management. Climate change further exacerbates these challenges by altering vegetation and habitat quality. Conservation measures focused on preserving meadow ecosystems and managing land use are essential to ensure the survival of this rare bush-cricket species.