Trimerotropis arizonensis
Tinkham, 1947
Colorado River blue-wing grasshopper
Trimerotropis arizonensis is a band-winged grasshopper described by Tinkham in 1947. It belongs to the Trimerotropis within the Oedipodinae, a group characterized by colorful hind wings. The is known from the southwestern United States, particularly Arizona. Very little detailed biological information has been published for this species specifically.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Trimerotropis arizonensis: /traɪmɛˈrɒtrəpɪs ˌærɪzəˈnɛnsɪs/
These audio files are automatically generated. While they are not always 100% accurate, they are a good starting point.
Identification
As a member of Trimerotropis, this likely possesses the -typical banded wings with blue or colored hind wing patches, though specific diagnostic features distinguishing it from are not documented in available sources. The specific epithet 'arizonensis' suggests association with Arizona, potentially aiding in geographic separation from similar species.
Distribution
Documented from Arizona, United States. Distribution records indicate presence in North America, with the type locality and primary range presumably centered in the southwestern United States.
Similar Taxa
- Trimerotropis pallidipennisWidespread band-winged grasshopper in same with overlapping southwestern range; similar general and wing patterning
- Trimerotropis cyaneipennisAnother blue-winged Trimerotropis with potentially similar coloration; geographic and separation may be primary distinguishing factors
More Details
Taxonomic note
Described by Tinkham in 1947. The is listed in the Catalogue of Life as accepted, but appears to be poorly represented in collections and literature relative to more common Trimerotropis species.
Data deficiency
Only one observation is recorded in iNaturalist as of source date, suggesting this is either genuinely rare, cryptic, or undercollected. No dedicated species fact sheet exists in major western field guides.