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Anconia integra
Alkali Grasshopper
Anconia integra, commonly known as the alkali grasshopper, is a band-winged grasshopper species in the family Acrididae. It was described by Scudder in 1876. The species occurs in Central America and North America, with documented records from California and Nevada.
Arphia ramona
California orange-winged grasshopper
Arphia ramona, the California orange-winged grasshopper, is a band-winged grasshopper species in the family Acrididae. It is characterized by orange hind wings that are concealed at rest but visible in flight. The species occurs in western North America, with a strong association with California habitats ranging from Coast Ranges to interior locations. Males produce a crackling sound during flight through wing crepitation, a trait associated with mating behavior.
Arphia simplex
Plains Yellow-winged Grasshopper
Arphia simplex, commonly known as the plains yellow-winged grasshopper, is a species of band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is distinguished by yellow hindwings that are visible in flight. The species occurs in Central America and North America, with records from Nebraska, Texas, and Mexico. It belongs to the subfamily Oedipodinae, a group known for producing sounds by snapping their wings in flight.
Arphia sulphurea
Sulphur-winged Grasshopper, Spring Yellow-winged Locust, Spring Yellow-winged Grasshopper
Arphia sulphurea is a band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae, commonly known as the sulphur-winged grasshopper. It is distinguished by its bright yellow hind wings, which are visible during flight. The species is found in North America and is active primarily in spring, earning it the alternative common name "spring yellow-winged grasshopper." It belongs to the genus Arphia, which includes several species with colorful hind wings and crepitating flight displays.
Arphia xanthoptera
Autumn Yellow-winged Grasshopper
Arphia xanthoptera, commonly known as the autumn yellow-winged grasshopper, is a band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is distinguished from congeners primarily by its adult activity period in late summer and fall, contrasting with the spring emergence of similar species. The species has been documented as a prey item for the sphecid wasp Prionyx thomae. It belongs to a genus of 16 North American species characterized by banded hind wings and crepitating flight displays.
Camnula
clearwinged grasshopper
Camnula is a genus of band-winged grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, established by Stål in 1873. The genus contains a single species, Camnula pellucida (Scudder, 1862), commonly known as the clearwinged grasshopper. This species is a significant agricultural and rangeland pest across much of North America. The genus is classified within the subfamily Oedipodinae and tribe Hippiscini.
Chimarocephala pacifica pacifica
A subspecies of band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae, known for its complex acoustic and visual communication behaviors. Males produce sounds by rubbing the inner surface of the hind femora against the tegmina. Sexual behavior is mediated through cyclic female receptivity phases, with males employing stridulations, vibrations, and visual signals to communicate with both sexes.
Chortophaga
green-striped grasshopper, band-winged grasshopper
Chortophaga is a genus of North American band-winged grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, tribe Chortophagini. The genus contains at least four recognized species, with C. viridifasciata (northern green-striped grasshopper) being the most widely distributed and best studied. Members are characterized by their banded hindwings and preference for moist grassland habitats. The genus ranges from Canada through the United States and into Central America and the Caribbean.
Chortophaga mendocino
Mendocino Green-striped Grasshopper
Chortophaga mendocino is a band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae, first described by Rentz in 1977. It is endemic to California and closely related to the more widespread Chortophaga viridifasciata (green-striped grasshopper). The species is poorly studied compared to its congeners, with limited published information on its biology and ecology.
Cibolacris parviceps californica
Cibolacris parviceps californica is a subspecies of grasshopper in the family Acrididae. The species Cibolacris parviceps is known to overwinter as nymphs rather than eggs, a trait shared by relatively few North American grasshopper species. This subspecies occurs in California, as indicated by its epithet. Members of the genus Cibolacris are typically associated with grassland and prairie habitats.
Circotettix
Circotettix is a genus of band-winged grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, containing approximately 9-10 described species. The genus is notable for its cytogenetic characteristics, with several species studied for chromosomal variations that correlate with geographic distribution. Species within this genus are distributed across western North America, with records from Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, and Kansas. Some species, such as C. rabula, have been subjects of thermal behavior studies examining altitudinal variation.
Circotettix undulatus
undulant-winged grasshopper, great basin crackler
Circotettix undulatus, commonly known as the undulant-winged grasshopper or great basin crackler, is a band-winged grasshopper species in the family Acrididae. It is native to North America, with confirmed records from Colorado, Idaho, and Nevada. The species has been reported from the Big Horn Basin in Wyoming based on historical records. As a member of the Oedipodinae subfamily, it possesses the enlarged hind wings with bold color patterns characteristic of band-winged grasshoppers.
Conozoa carinata
Ridged Grasshopper
Conozoa carinata, commonly known as the Ridged Grasshopper, is a species of band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is distributed across North America and Central America. The species has been documented in the southwestern United States, including New Mexico, where it has been observed in open, disturbed habitats such as parking areas. As a member of the Oedipodinae subfamily, it possesses the characteristic banded wings typical of this group.
Conozoa clementina
San Clemente grasshopper
Conozoa clementina, the San Clemente grasshopper, is a species of band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It was described by Rentz and Weissman in 1981. The species is endemic to San Clemente Island, California, and is considered a rare and localized taxon with limited available ecological data.
Conozoa nicola
San Nicolas Grasshopper
Conozoa nicola, the San Nicolas Grasshopper, is a band-winged grasshopper species in the family Acrididae. It is endemic to San Nicolas Island, California, and was described by Rentz and Weissman in 1981. The species belongs to a genus of grasshoppers commonly associated with arid and semi-arid habitats in western North America.
Conozoa sulcifrons
Groove-headed grasshopper, Wallula grasshopper
Conozoa sulcifrons, commonly known as the groove-headed grasshopper or wallula grasshopper, is a species of band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is native to western North America and has been recorded from western Wyoming. The species is part of the Oedipodinae subfamily, characterized by banded wings and ground-dwelling habits typical of band-winged grasshoppers.
Cratypedes lateritius
Nevada Red-winged Grasshopper
Cratypedes lateritius, the Nevada red-winged grasshopper, is a band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is native to the Great Basin region of western North America and is rarely encountered in Wyoming. The species appears to have a two-year life cycle. Due to its scarcity, it has no documented economic importance.
Derotmema delicatulum
delicate grasshopper, Single-banded Derotmema
Derotmema delicatulum is a species of band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae, described by Scudder in 1900. It belongs to the subfamily Oedipodinae and tribe Psinidiini. The species is known from scattered records across western North America and Central America, though detailed biological studies remain limited.
Derotmema saussureanum
Saussure's Desert Grasshopper
Derotmema saussureanum is a band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae, endemic to the southwestern United States and adjacent Mexico. The species inhabits arid desert environments and is distinguished from congeners by its restricted coastal and desert distribution. It is one of two recognized species in the genus Derotmema.
Encoptolophus pallidus
pale clouded grasshopper, southwestern clouded grasshopper
Encoptolophus pallidus is a band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae, found in North America. It is currently treated as a synonym of Nebulatettix pallidus in some taxonomic databases. The species is known from California based on distribution records. Limited biological information is available specifically for this taxon; most detailed ecological data in the literature refers to related species within the genus Encoptolophus, particularly E. sordidus (formerly E. costalis).
Encoptolophus robustus
coast clouded grasshopper
Encoptolophus robustus, commonly known as the coast clouded grasshopper, is a species of band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is currently recognized as a junior synonym of Nebulatettix robustus. The species has been recorded from California, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented in the available literature.
Hadrotettix
Hadrotettix is a genus of band-winged grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, established by Scudder in 1876. The genus contains at least four described species distributed across western North America, including the well-documented Hadrotettix trifasciatus (three-banded grasshopper). Members are characterized by banded wing patterns and association with grassland habitats. The genus belongs to the tribe Hippiscini within the subfamily Oedipodinae.
Hadrotettix magnificus
magnificent grasshopper
Hadrotettix magnificus, commonly known as the magnificent grasshopper, is a species of band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is a North American species with documented presence in Arizona. The genus Hadrotettix includes at least one other well-documented species, H. trifasciatus (threebanded grasshopper), which has been extensively studied in western grassland habitats. Specific biological details for H. magnificus remain limited in published literature.
Heliastus
Heliastus is a genus of band-winged grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, containing approximately 10 described species. The genus was established by Saussure in 1884 and belongs to the subfamily Oedipodinae and tribe Hippiscini. Species in this genus are primarily found in arid and semi-arid regions of the Americas, from the southwestern United States through Mexico and into Central and South America. At least two species have received common names: Heliastus benjamini (arroyo grasshopper) and Heliastus subroseus (rose-wing beach grasshopper).
Heliastus benjamini
Arroyo Grasshopper
Heliastus benjamini, commonly known as the arroyo grasshopper, is a band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is native to North America, with confirmed records from Arizona and broader distribution in the southwestern United States. The species inhabits desert environments, particularly canyon and arroyo systems.
Heliastus subroseus
rose-wing beach grasshopper
Heliastus subroseus is a species of band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae, commonly known as the rose-wing beach grasshopper. It is a member of the subfamily Oedipodinae and tribe Hippiscini. The species was described by Caudell in 1904 and is found in North America, with confirmed records from Texas and northeastern Mexico.
Hippiscus
wrinkled grasshopper
Hippiscus is a genus of band-winged grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, containing a single described species, Hippiscus ocelote. The genus is classified within the subfamily Oedipodinae and tribe Hippiscini. Commonly known as the wrinkled grasshopper, the sole species has been documented in dry woodland and glade habitats in North America.
Hippopedon
Hippopedon is a genus of band-winged grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, established by Saussure in 1861. The genus contains at least three described species: H. capito (Apache grasshopper), H. gracilipes (Rehn's slender grasshopper), and H. saltator. Species in this genus are characterized by banded or spotted tegmina and are found in western North America. H. capito is the best-documented species, with records from Colorado and surrounding regions.
Hippopedon capito
Apache grasshopper
Hippopedon capito, commonly known as the Apache grasshopper, is a band-winged grasshopper species in the family Acrididae. It was first described by Stål in 1873 under the basionym Psinidia capito. The species is distributed across parts of North America and Central America, with confirmed records from the southwestern United States and Mexico.
Lactista elota
Lactista elota is a species of band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae, described by Otte in 1984. It belongs to the genus Lactista, which includes other small, desert-adapted grasshoppers such as L. aztecus. The species is recorded from Mexico, though specific details about its biology and appearance remain poorly documented in available literature.
Lactista gibbosa
Lactista gibbosa is a species of band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae. The genus Lactista includes small to medium-sized grasshoppers with distinctive wing patterns, typically found in arid and semi-arid regions of the southwestern United States and Mexico. Members of this genus are characterized by their banded hindwings and relatively short flight distances compared to some other grasshopper groups.
Leprus
blue-winged grasshoppers
Leprus is a genus of band-winged grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, commonly known as blue-winged grasshoppers. The genus contains at least three described species: L. elephas, L. intermedius (Saussure's blue-winged grasshopper), and L. wheelerii (Wheeler's blue-winged grasshopper). These grasshoppers are notable for their distinctive blue or yellow hindwings, which are concealed at rest but revealed during flight. They inhabit arid and semi-arid regions of western North America, particularly the Chihuahuan Desert.
Leprus wheelerii
Wheeler's Blue-winged Grasshopper
Leprus wheelerii is a band-winged grasshopper found in the southwestern United States and Mexico. The species exhibits a notable wing color dimorphism: most populations display blue wings, but a yellow-winged morph occurs in Luna County, New Mexico. This grasshopper feeds primarily on creosote bush (Larrea tridentata) and is an important component of Chihuahuan Desert ecosystems, contributing to biomass, soil nutrient cycling, and plant growth stimulation.
Leuronotina ritensis
lichen grasshopper
Leuronotina ritensis is a band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae, tribe Arphiini. It is native to the southwestern United States, particularly Arizona, where it inhabits lichen-encrusted rock outcroppings. The species exhibits remarkable cryptic coloration that closely matches the crustose lichens of its habitat, making it exceptionally difficult to detect when stationary.
Machaerocera
Machaerocera is a genus of band-winged grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, established by Saussure in 1859. The genus is monotypic, containing only Machaerocera mexicana. It is classified within the tribe Machaerocerini of the subfamily Oedipodinae. The genus has been documented across a broad geographic range from the southwestern United States through Mexico to Central and South America.
Mestobregma
Mestobregma is a genus of band-winged grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, established by Scudder in 1876. The genus contains at least three described species distributed in western North America, including the Platte range grasshopper (M. plattei), narrow-fronted grasshopper (M. impexum), and dirt-colored grasshopper (M. terricolor). These grasshoppers are associated with shortgrass prairie habitats and are not considered economically significant pests.
Mestobregma impexum
narrow-fronted grasshopper
Mestobregma impexum, the narrow-fronted grasshopper, is a species of band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is found in North America, with confirmed records from Utah. The species belongs to the genus Mestobregma, which contains at least one other species, M. plattei. Information on its biology and ecology remains limited.
Mestobregma plattei
Platte Range Grasshopper
Mestobregma plattei, known as the Platte Range Grasshopper, is a band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is uncommon in eastern Wyoming and occurs in limited areas throughout the state. The species inhabits shortgrass prairie with patches of barren rocky soil. Adults are present in late summer, with collections documented in July and August. Its economic impact is minimal.
Mestobregma terricolor
Dirt-colored Grasshopper
Mestobregma terricolor, commonly known as the dirt-colored grasshopper, is a band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae. The species was described by Rehn in 1919 and is native to North America, with records from Texas and northeastern Mexico. It belongs to the subfamily Oedipodinae, a group characterized by banded hindwings. Information on its biology and ecology remains limited.
Metator
blue-legged grasshopper (for M. pardalinus)
Metator is a genus of band-winged grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, established by McNeill in 1901. The genus contains at least two described species: Metator nevadensis and Metator pardalinus. Species in this genus are large-bodied grasshoppers characteristic of western North American grasslands. M. pardalinus, commonly known as the blue-legged grasshopper, has been documented in comparative studies with other large band-winged grasshoppers regarding nymphal development and growth patterns.
Microtes
Microtes is a genus of band-winged grasshoppers (Acrididae) endemic to western North America. The genus contains at least three described species, including the little buzzer grasshopper (M. occidentalis). Members of this genus are placed in the tribe Sphingonotini within the subfamily Oedipodinae, a group characterized by enlarged hind wings with dark bands used in courtship displays.
Parapleurini
Parapleurini is a tribe of band-winged grasshoppers within the subfamily Oedipodinae. The tribe was established by Brunner von Wattenwyl in 1893. Members of this tribe share characteristics typical of Oedipodinae, including banded or colored hindwings that are visible in flight. The tribe is part of the large and diverse Acrididae family, commonly known as short-horned grasshoppers.
Pardalophora
coral-winged grasshoppers, orange-winged grasshoppers, Haldeman's grasshoppers, Saussure's grasshoppers
Pardalophora is a genus of band-winged grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, subfamily Oedipodinae, tribe Hippiscini. The genus contains at least four living species distributed across the Nearctic region. Species in this genus are notable for their brightly colored hind wings, which are concealed at rest but revealed during flight. Some species, such as Pardalophora phoenicoptera, are distinguished by overwintering as nymphs rather than eggs, resulting in early adult emergence in spring.
Pardalophora apiculata
Coral-winged Grasshopper, Coral-winged Locust
Pardalophora apiculata, commonly known as the coral-winged grasshopper, is a large band-winged grasshopper in the subfamily Oedipodinae. Females reach up to 60 mm in body length, making them among the largest spring grasshoppers in their range. The species exhibits striking sexual dimorphism in size and possesses vivid pinkish-orange to coral-colored hindwings that are concealed at rest by cryptic forewings. It is a spring-active species with adults present primarily from April through June, with nymphs overwintering to complete development the following spring.
Pardalophora phoenicoptera
orange-winged grasshopper
Pardalophora phoenicoptera, commonly known as the orange-winged grasshopper, is a species of band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is distinguished from related genera by having only one notch in the pronotal crest. Unusual among most grasshoppers, this species overwinters as a nymph rather than as an egg, resulting in well-developed nymphs at the beginning of spring and adults appearing earlier in the season than many other grasshoppers. The species exhibits remarkable intraspecific variation in coloration, with individuals ranging from green to brown, providing effective crypsis in their preferred habitats.
Pardalophora saussurei
Saussure's grasshopper
Pardalophora saussurei, or Saussure's grasshopper, is a species of band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is native to North America, with confirmed records from Texas. As a member of the subfamily Oedipodinae, it shares the characteristic banded hind wings typical of this group.
Psinidia amplicornus
Caudell's Long-horned Grasshopper
Psinidia amplicornus, commonly known as Caudell's Long-horned Grasshopper, is a species of band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It belongs to the tribe Psinidiini within the subfamily Oedipodinae, a group characterized by often having colorful hind wings. The species was described by Caudell in 1903 and is native to the south-central United States.
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Psinidiini is a tribe of band-winged grasshoppers within the subfamily Oedipodinae, established by Otte in 1970. Members of this tribe are classified under the family Acrididae and share the characteristic banded wing patterns typical of the Oedipodinae. The tribe comprises multiple genera distributed primarily in arid and semi-arid regions.
Shotwellia
Shotwellia is a monotypic genus of band-winged grasshoppers in the family Acrididae. The sole described species, Shotwellia isleta, is a rare North American grasshopper known from limited locations in the Chihuahuan Desert. It has historically been difficult to classify phylogenetically due to its unique morphological characteristics. The genus is currently placed within the Chortophaga genus group based on molecular and morphological evidence.
Shotwellia isleta
Shotwellia isleta is a rare, monotypic band-winged grasshopper described by Gurney in 1940. Molecular phylogenetic analysis places it as sister to other genera within the Chortophaga genus group of Oedipodinae. The species is a habitat specialist restricted to isolated locations in the Chihuahuan Desert.