Trimerotropis santabarbara
Rentz & Weissman, 1981
Trimerotropis santabarbara is a band-winged grasshopper in the Acrididae, described by Rentz and Weissman in 1981. The is to California and represents one of approximately 30 species in the Trimerotropis, a group characterized by banded hind wings and often cryptic coloration.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Trimerotropis santabarbara: /ˌtraɪmɪˈrɒtrəpɪs ˌsæntəˈbɑːrbərə/
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Distribution
California, North America. The name suggests association with the Santa Barbara region of California.
Similar Taxa
- Trimerotropis californicaBoth are California- Trimerotropis with potential range overlap; T. californica was described by Bruner and may share preferences
- Trimerotropis inconspicuaAnother western Trimerotropis with cryptic coloration; specific characters distinguishing these species require examination of and original descriptions