Deinacrida talpa, the giant mole wētā, is a species of insect in the family Anostostomatidae. It is endemic to New Zealand. Although the species is similar to closely related species, its key distinguishing factor is their ability to live in burrows dug by the wētā. The Department of Conservation assessed its status as "Threatened: Nationally Critical".
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External links Deinacrida talpa discussed on RNZ Critter of the Week, 21 November 2025