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Habronattus cuspidatus
Habronattus cuspidatus is a species of jumping spider in the family Salticidae. It is found in the United States and Canada, with records from Alberta and Manitoba in Canada. Males of this species possess a distinctive large spur on the knee joint of the third leg, which is used in courtship displays. The species is part of the large Habronattus genus, which contains approximately 100 species and is known for elaborate multimodal courtship involving both visual and vibratory signals.
Syrbula
slant-faced grasshoppers
Syrbula is a genus of slant-faced grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, subfamily Gomphocerinae. The genus contains at least three described species distributed across grassland habitats of North America, from the southern United States through Central America. Syrbula species are notable among grasshoppers for their elaborate courtship behavior, which involves complex visual, acoustic, and chemical signals. Males perform intricate displays including leg movements and stridulation to attract females. The genus includes species such as the admirable grasshopper (S. admirabilis) and Montezuma's grasshopper (S. montezuma).