Eremopedes kelsoensis
Tinkham, 1972
Kelso Shieldback
Eremopedes kelsoensis, known as the Kelso Shieldback, is a shield-backed katydid described by Tinkham in 1972. It belongs to the Tettigoniidae, which includes katydids and bush crickets. The is found in California, North America. Very few observations of this species have been documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Eremopedes kelsoensis: /ˌɛrəmoʊˈpiːdiːz ˌkɛlsoʊˈɛnsɪs/
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Distribution
California, North America. GBIF records indicate presence in California specifically.
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Taxonomic history
Described by Tinkham in 1972. The Eremopedes contains shield-backed katydids found in western North America.
Observation rarity
Only 7 observations recorded on iNaturalist as of source date, indicating this is rarely encountered or underreported.