Paroxya

Scudder, 1877

Swamp Grasshoppers

Species Guides

Paroxya atlantica(Atlantic Grasshopper)
Paroxya clavuliger(Olive-green Swamp Grasshopper)

Paroxya is a of spur-throated grasshoppers comprising approximately eight described . Commonly known as swamp , members of this genus are associated with wetland and semiaquatic . The genus includes notable species such as the Atlantic grasshopper (Paroxya atlantica) and the olive-green swamp grasshopper (Paroxya clavuliger).

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Paroxya: //pəˈɹɒksiə//

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Habitat

Wetland and semiaquatic environments. Specific documentation exists for Paroxya atlantica in semiaquatic .

Distribution

Bahamas; Bermuda; Florida; Georgia; Illinois. Distribution data reflects documented records for the ; individual ranges vary.

Behavior

Escape involves jumping. In Paroxya atlantica, limb triggers compensatory behavioral shifts including increased initiation and altered escape strategies.