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Eastern Lubber Grasshopper

Romalea microptera

Photo by suzybousa
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Field Notes

Description:

The immature eastern lubber grasshopper differs dramatically in appearance from the adults. Nymphs (immature grasshoppers) typically are almost completely black, but with a distinctive yellow, orange, or red stripe located dorsally. (IFAS-UF)

Habitat:

My backyard.

Reference Links:

eastern lubber grasshopper - Romalea guttata (Houttuyn)

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