Karokia memorialis
Gurney & Buxton, 1968
Karokia memorialis is a of spur-throated grasshopper in the Acrididae, first described by Gurney and Buxton in 1968. It belongs to the Melanoplinae, one of the most diverse groups of North . The species has been documented in California and is considered part of the North American grasshopper fauna.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Karokia memorialis: /kæˈroʊkiə mɛˌmɔːriˈælɪs/
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Distribution
Known from California, United States. Distribution records indicate presence in North America, though specific range boundaries remain poorly documented.
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Taxonomic history
Described by Gurney and Buxton in 1968. The Karokia is classified within the Melanoplinae, a group characterized by the presence of a prosternal spine ("spur-throated").
Data scarcity
Only 5 observations recorded on iNaturalist as of source date, indicating this is rarely encountered or underreported.