Neoconocephalus nebrascensis

(Bruner, 1891)

Nebraska conehead

Neoconocephalus nebrascensis, the Nebraska conehead, is a of conehead in the . It is found in North America, particularly in the central United States including Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, and Kansas. Conehead katydids are among the largest members of the Conocephalinae, with some species exceeding seven centimeters. They are characterized by their powerful capable of cracking grass seeds.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Neoconocephalus nebrascensis: /niː.oʊˌkoʊ.noʊˈkɛf.ə.ləs nɛˌbræˈsɛn.sɪs/

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Distribution

Found in North America, with records from Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, and Kansas. The Neoconocephalus is abundant in the eastern United States and adjacent Canada, typically associated with tall grass including wetlands, lush meadows, and prairies.

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