29.06.2026 17:30
A citizen in the Baskil district of Elazığ found a giant grasshopper on the road and took it home to feed it meat. The feeding moments of the carnivorous giant grasshopper, rarely seen in nature and astonishing with its appearance, were recorded second by second with a mobile phone camera.
An interesting and rare natural event occurred in the village of Pınarlı, located in the Baskil district of Elazığ, where a striking creature with remarkable dimensions was encountered. A citizen, noticing a giant grasshopper while walking on the road, succumbed to curiosity, caught the animal, and took it home to examine it.
ATE THE PIECE OF MEAT WITH APPETITE
The citizen, wanting to test the feeding habits of this giant insect, known locally as a legendary "meat-eating grasshopper," placed a piece of meat in front of the animal. The fascinating moments of the giant grasshopper rapidly and eagerly consuming the meat it was given were recorded by the citizen using a mobile phone camera. The footage amazed viewers.
FRIGHTENING IN APPEARANCE BUT A TRUE FRIEND TO AGRICULTURE
Misconceptions sometimes spread about these giant grasshoppers (Saga genus), which appear frightening and are believed to be dangerous because they eat meat. However, experts emphasize that this species is crucial for the ecosystem, highlighting the following scientific fact:
"Although visually intimidating, carnivorous grasshoppers do not harm humans or plants, contrary to popular belief. Since they feed by preying on other pest insect species that destroy crops, they are considered true 'friends to agriculture' and should absolutely not be killed."
RELEASED BACK INTO ITS NATURAL HABITAT
The citizen, who hosted and fed the extraordinary guest at home for a while, took great care to ensure the animal was not harmed. After confirming that the grasshopper was full, the conscientious citizen took the giant insect and safely released it back into the rural area of Pınarlı village, its natural habitat.