Clematodes larreae, commonly known as the gray creosotebush , is a North American short-horned grasshopper in the Acrididae. The exhibits a documented association with creosote bush (Larrea), from which its specific epithet is derived. Research has identified plant usage including a newly recorded host in Texas.
Habitat
Associated with creosote bush (Larrea) ; specific microhabitat requirements are not documented in available sources.
Distribution
North America; specifically documented in Texas, U.S.A.
Diet
Feeds on creosote bush (Larrea); has been observed using an additional plant in Texas ( not specified in available sources).
Host Associations
- Larrea - primary plantcreosote bush
- unspecified plant species - plantnewly recorded in Texas, U.S.A.