Prumnacris

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Orthoptera
Suborder: Caelifera
Family: Acrididae
Subfamily: Melanoplinae
Tribe: Podismini
Genus: Prumnacris

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Prumnacris: //prʌmˈnæk.rɪs//

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Summary

Prumnacris is a monotypic genus of grasshoppers belonging to the subfamily Melanoplinae, first described by Rehn & Rehn in 1944, with its type species being Prumnacris rainierensis.

Physical Characteristics

Prumnacris is characterized by tiny linear tegmina, which distinguishes it from the closely related genus Buckellacris.

Identification Tips

Look for the small size and linear shape of the tegmina to identify Prumnacris.

Habitat

Found in northeastern America.

Distribution

Northeastern America, specifically where Prumnacris rainierensis exists.

Evolution

Prumnacris is a monotypic genus, indicating limited evolutionary diversification within this group.

Similar Taxa

Buckellacris