Southern Yellow-winged Grasshopper
Arphia granulata
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Orthoptera
- Suborder: Caelifera
- Family: Acrididae
- Subfamily: Oedipodinae
- Tribe: Arphiini
- Genus: Arphia
- Species: granulata
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Arphia granulata: /ˈɑr.fi.ə ˌɡræ.njʊˈleɪ.tə/
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Summary
Arphia granulata, or the southern yellow-winged grasshopper, is a medium-sized grasshopper known for its yellow bands on the wings. It is commonly found in the southeastern United States, thriving in a variety of open habitats.
Physical Characteristics
27-35 mm in length; band-winged appearance
Identification Tips
Look for the distinctive yellow wings which are visible when in flight.
Habitat
Found in various habitats including grasslands, fields, and open areas.
Distribution
Southeast United States, along the coast from Mississippi to North Carolina including all of Florida.
Diet
Herbivorous, primarily feeding on grasses and other vegetation.
Life Cycle
Undergoes incomplete metamorphosis with three life stages: egg, nymph, and adult.
Reproduction
Eggs are laid in the soil or in the vegetation; females lay hundreds of eggs in clusters.
Predators
Various birds, amphibians, and other insects may prey on this species.
Ecosystem Role
Plays a role in the food web as herbivores and as a food source for predators.
Collecting Methods
- Sweep netting
- Hand collecting
Preservation Methods
- Ethanol preservation
- Pinned specimens
Similar Taxa
- Other species within the genus Arphia
- Other band-winged grasshoppers
Tags
- grasshopper
- Oedipodinae
- southeastern United States
- herbivore