Günther-1985
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Ellipes californicus
Ellipes californicus is a species of pygmy mole cricket in the family Tridactylidae, described by Günther in 1985. The genus Ellipes is characterized by reduced wings and fossorial (burrowing) adaptations. This species is known from the northwestern region of Mexico. Like other tridactylids, it likely inhabits moist sandy or muddy soils near water bodies and possesses enlarged hind legs adapted for jumping.