Karokia blanci
(Rehn, 1964)
Karokia blanci is a of spur-throated grasshopper in the Acrididae, first described by Rehn in 1964. It belongs to the Melanoplinae, a diverse group of North . The species is known from very few records, with only one observation documented in iNaturalist. Its specific epithet honors someone with the surname Blanc.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Karokia blanci: /kəˈroʊkiə ˈblæŋkaɪ/
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Identification
As a member of the spur-throated grasshoppers (Melanoplinae), Karokia blanci possesses a projection on the between the front legs—a diagnostic trait of this group. Specific identification features distinguishing it from and other Melanoplinae are not documented in available sources. The Karokia is relatively obscure, with limited published morphological descriptions.
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Distribution
Known from California, United States. GBIF records indicate presence in North America, with California as the confirmed locality.
Similar Taxa
- Other Karokia speciesThe Karokia contains multiple that share the spur-throated ; distinguishing K. blanci requires examination of specific genitalic or tegminal characters not summarized in general sources.
- Other Melanoplinae generaMany spur-throated grasshoppers in Melanoplinae resemble Karokia in general body form; accurate identification to level requires detailed morphological study.
More Details
Taxonomic history
Described by James A. G. Rehn in 1964, a prominent American orthopterist. The Karokia is not well-represented in popular or scientific literature, reflecting its rarity or obscurity in collections.
Data scarcity
With only one iNaturalist observation and limited GBIF records, this appears genuinely rare or under-collected. No published studies on its , , or status were located.