Conozoa carinata
Rehn, 1907
Ridged Grasshopper
Conozoa carinata, commonly known as the Ridged , is a of -winged grasshopper in the . It is distributed across North America and Central America. The species has been documented in the southwestern United States, including New Mexico, where it has been observed in open, disturbed such as parking areas. As a member of the Oedipodinae , it possesses the characteristic banded typical of this group.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Conozoa carinata: /kəˈnoʊzoʊ əˈkaɹɪˌneɪtə/
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Identification
The can be distinguished from other Conozoa species by the ridged or keeled structure implied by its specific epithet. Conozoa carinata is one of several species in the Conozoa, which includes C. sulcifrons, C. texana, and others. Accurate identification to species level requires examination of specific morphological characters, particularly pronotal structure and banding patterns. The genus Conozoa is part of the tribe Trimerotropini, which includes other -winged with similar general appearance.
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Appearance
As a -winged , Conozoa carinata likely exhibits the typical of the Oedipodinae, including enlarged hind adapted for jumping and with distinct color banding patterns. The specific epithet 'carinata' (meaning 'ridged' or 'keeled') suggests the presence of a pronounced ridge or , most probably on the . Detailed morphological descriptions specific to this are not available in the provided sources.
Habitat
Conozoa carinata has been observed in open, disturbed . A specific record from New Mexico documents the in a parking area at Bear Canyon , suggesting for human-modified environments and open ground conditions. The broader distribution across southwestern North America and Central America implies to arid and semi-arid grassland and shrubland habitats typical of the region.
Distribution
The occurs in North America and Central America. Specific documented locations include Arizona and New Mexico in the southwestern United States. GBIF records indicate presence in Middle America and North America.
Similar Taxa
- Conozoa sulcifronsAnother in the same with similar -winged ; distinguished by specific structural differences in pronotal and characters
- Conozoa texanaCongeneric with overlapping distribution in the southwestern United States; requires careful examination of pronotal and patterns for separation
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Taxonomic Note
Conozoa carinata was described by Rehn in 1907. The Conozoa is classified in the tribe Trimerotropini within the Oedipodinae, a group characterized by banded and often occupying open, arid .
Observation Context
The was documented by naturalist Eric Eaton (' Eric') during the New Mexico Blitz in August 2015, where it was found in a parking area at Bear Canyon in Grant County, New Mexico, alongside other species including Brachystola magna (Plains ).