Neonemobius mormonius
(Scudder, 1896)
Collared Ground Cricket, Mormon Ground Cricket
Neonemobius mormonius, commonly called the collared ground cricket or Mormon ground cricket, is a small ground cricket in the Trigonidiidae. It inhabits arid and semi-arid regions of southwestern North America. The species is relatively well-documented with over 1,500 observations on iNaturalist.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Neonemobius mormonius: /ˌniːoʊˈnɛmoʊbiəs mɔːrˈmoʊniəs/
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Identification
The is distinguished from other ground crickets by a pale collar-like marking across the pronotum, which gives rise to its "collared ground cricket." Specific diagnostic features separating it from in the Neonemobius require examination of male genitalia and detailed song analysis.
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Habitat
Arid and semi-arid environments including desert scrub, grasslands, and open rocky areas in the southwestern United States and adjacent Mexico.
Distribution
Southwestern United States (Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico) and northeastern Mexico.
Similar Taxa
- Neonemobius palustrisOverlaps in range and ; distinguished by song characteristics and lack of distinct pronotal collar marking
- Allonemobius speciesFormerly classified in same group; separated by subtle morphological differences in ovipositor structure and male calling song patterns