Grasshopper
Guides
Derotmema piute
Derotmema piute is a species of band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae, first described by Rehn in 1919. It belongs to the subfamily Oedipodinae and tribe Psinidiini. The species is documented from Nevada in western North America. Available information is limited; no specific morphological descriptions, ecological data, or behavioral observations have been published in the accessible literature.
Dichromorpha elegans
short-winged grasshopper, elegant grasshopper
Dichromorpha elegans is a species of grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is commonly known as the short-winged grasshopper or elegant grasshopper. The species has been recorded from multiple states in the southeastern and eastern United States.
Dichromorpha viridis
Short-winged Green Grasshopper
Dichromorpha viridis is a common slant-faced grasshopper found throughout North America. Males are typically bright green with a dorsally slanting face, while females are usually larger and brown. This species exhibits environmentally induced sexual color dimorphism, with females occasionally appearing green and males rarely brown. It is a short-winged, flightless insect that inhabits grassy areas.
Dichroplus
spur-throated grasshoppers
Dichroplus is a genus of spur-throated grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, containing more than 20 described species distributed across North, Central, and South America. Species in this genus are primarily ground-dwelling and associated with grassland and agricultural habitats. Dichroplus maculipennis, one of the most studied species, is a significant agricultural pest in Argentina's Pampas region, where it damages corn, soybeans, and wheat.
Dichroplus notatus
Mexican Dichroplus
Dichroplus notatus is a grasshopper species in the family Acrididae, subfamily Melanoplinae, described by Bruner in 1908. It is native to arid and semi-arid regions of the southwestern United States and Mexico. The species is part of the diverse Dichroplus genus, which contains several economically significant grasshopper pests in South America, though D. notatus itself has not been documented as a major agricultural pest.
Dissosteira
Dissosteira is a genus of bandwinged grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, containing four recognized species distributed across North America. Members are medium to large in size, typically 1 to 1.5 inches in length, with slender bodies and distinctive wing patterns. The genus is characterized by a high median pronotal crest deeply cut by one sulcus. The most widely known species is Dissosteira carolina, the Carolina Grasshopper, noted for its black hindwings with yellow margins and its habit of flying over bare ground.
Dissosteira longipennis
High Plains Locust, High Plains Grasshopper
Dissosteira longipennis is a large band-winged grasshopper native to the shortgrass prairie of western North America. During the 1930s, it formed massive swarms causing extensive crop and rangeland damage, but has not swarmed since and is now considered very rare. It is one of two North American locust species, the other being the extinct Rocky Mountain locust (Melanoplus spretus). The species persists in small, localized populations in favorable habitats.
Dissosteira pictipennis
California rose-winged grasshopper
Dissosteira pictipennis is a band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae, commonly known as the California rose-winged grasshopper. The species belongs to the genus Dissosteira, characterized by a high median pronotal crest deeply cut by one sulcus and a slender body form. It is found in Central America and North America, with documented presence in California and other western regions. The species is classified within the early hatching group of grasshoppers, with nymphs emerging in mid-spring.
Dissosteira spurcata
spurcate grasshopper, pale-winged grasshopper
Dissosteira spurcata is a band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae, commonly known as the spurcate grasshopper or pale-winged grasshopper. It belongs to a genus characterized by a high median pronotal crest deeply cut by one sulcus, slender body form, and medium to large size. The species is found in western North America, with records from California and probable occurrence in extreme western Wyoming. It is listed among species of the early hatching group, with nymphs emerging in mid-spring.
Dracotettix
dragon lubbers
Dracotettix is a genus of flightless grasshoppers commonly known as dragon lubbers, placed in the family Romaleidae. The genus contains at least three described species, including the notably large and distinctive Dracotettix monstrosus. These insects are characterized by their robust, heavily built bodies and reduced wings. They are native to western North America, with records from California and northwestern Mexico.
Dracotettix monstrosus
Gray Dragon Lubber
Dracotettix monstrosus, the gray dragon lubber, is a large, flightless lubber grasshopper endemic to California. It belongs to the family Romaleidae, a group known for their aposematic coloration and chemical defenses. The species is notable for its distinctive common name reflecting both its draconic appearance and monstrous size relative to other grasshoppers.
Encoptolophus
dusky grasshoppers, clouded grasshoppers, pale clouded grasshopper, western clouded grasshopper, coast clouded grasshopper, southwestern dusky grasshopper
Encoptolophus is a genus of band-winged grasshoppers comprising approximately eight described species distributed across western North America. Members of this genus are medium-sized grasshoppers characterized by long wings extending beyond the abdomen, banded tegmina, and often blue hind tibiae. The genus has undergone taxonomic revision, with species formerly assigned to Encoptolophus now placed in the new genus Nebulatettix and in Chimarocephala. Several species serve as important components of grassland ecosystems, with some achieving local dominance in mixedgrass and shortgrass prairie habitats.
Encoptolophus costalis
Dusky Grasshopper, Western Clouded Grasshopper
Encoptolophus costalis is a medium-sized band-winged grasshopper native to western North America. It is primarily a grass-feeding species with a strong preference for western wheatgrass and needleleaf sedge. The species exhibits marked sexual dimorphism in body size and possesses long wings enabling dispersal flight. It is most abundant in the northern mixedgrass prairie, where it can become locally dominant, though typically remains a subdominant member of grasshopper assemblages.
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.
Encoptolophus sordidus
clouded grasshopper, dusky grasshopper, dusky locust
Encoptolophus sordidus is a medium-sized band-winged grasshopper native to North American grasslands. Adults are sexually dimorphic in body size, with females substantially larger than males. The species exhibits strong dietary specialization for native grasses and sedges, with documented ontogenetic shifts in food preferences between nymphal instars and adults. It is primarily a rangeland species, occasionally reaching dominant population status in favorable habitats. The species possesses long wings enabling dispersal flight, and has been observed migrating from depleted rangeland into adjacent crop areas.
Encoptolophus subgracilis
southwestern dusky grasshopper
Encoptolophus subgracilis is a band-winged grasshopper species in the family Acrididae, described by Caudell in 1903. It is currently considered a synonym of Nebulatettix subgracilis. The species is found in southwestern North America. Limited specific biological information is available for this taxon, with most detailed studies focusing on the related species E. costalis (formerly E. sordidus costalis).
Eotettix
spur-throated grasshoppers
Eotettix is a genus of spur-throated grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, established by Scudder in 1897. The genus contains approximately six described species distributed in the southeastern and south-central United States. Species within this genus are generally small grasshoppers associated with moist or wetland habitats.
Eotettix palustris
Little Swamp Grasshopper
Eotettix palustris, the little swamp grasshopper, is a species of spur-throated grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is found in North America, with records from Florida and Georgia. The species was described by Morse in 1904 and belongs to the genus Eotettix within the subfamily Melanoplinae.
Eotettix pusillus
Little Eastern Grasshopper
Eotettix pusillus is a small spur-throated grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is one of the smallest members of its genus. The species is distributed across the southeastern and south-central United States, with records from Florida, Georgia, and Oklahoma.
Eritettix
slant-faced grasshoppers
Eritettix is a genus of slant-faced grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, established by Bruner in 1889. The genus contains at least four described species distributed in North America, including the type species Eritettix simplex (formerly described as Eritettix variabilis). Species in this genus are characterized by their slant-faced morphology, a trait typical of the subfamily Gomphocerinae. The genus has been documented in field guides to western grasshoppers, with Eritettix simplex (velvet-striped grasshopper) being the most frequently referenced species.
Eritettix abortivus
Texas short-winged slant-face grasshopper, Texas short-wing slantfaced grasshopper
Eritettix abortivus is a species of slant-faced grasshopper in the family Acrididae, described by Bruner in 1889. It is commonly known as the Texas short-winged slant-face grasshopper, reflecting both its geographic association and reduced wing morphology. The species occurs in Central America and North America, with confirmed records from Texas and broader distribution across Middle America. It belongs to the subfamily Gomphocerinae, a group characterized by slanted facial profiles and often abbreviated wings.
Eritettix obscurus
obscure grasshopper, obscure slant-faced grasshopper
Eritettix obscurus is a species of slant-faced grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is native to North America and belongs to the subfamily Gomphocerinae, characterized by a slanted facial profile. The species was described by Scudder in 1878. Available records indicate presence in Florida and Indiana, with broader distribution across North America.
Eritettix simplex
velvet-striped grasshopper, velvet-striped locust
Eritettix simplex, the velvet-striped grasshopper, is a medium-sized slant-faced grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is characterized by distinctive velvet-like dark bands along the lateral carinae of the pronotum and three longitudinal carinae on the head. The species has an extensive range across North America, with major population centers in the Great Plains and Appalachian Mountains. It feeds almost exclusively on grasses and sedges, with blue grama being a highly preferred food plant.
Esselenia vanduzeei
Vanduzee's Grasshopper
Esselenia vanduzeei is a species of slant-faced grasshopper in the family Acrididae, subfamily Gomphocerinae. It is the sole described species in the genus Esselenia, which is endemic to California. The species was described by Morgan Hebard in 1920 and is named in honor of the entomologist Edward P. Van Duzee. As a member of the Gomphocerinae, it possesses the characteristic slanted face profile typical of this subfamily.
Esselenia vanduzeei vanduzeei
Esselenia vanduzeei vanduzeei is a subspecies of grasshopper in the family Acrididae, described by Hebard in 1920. It belongs to the subfamily Gomphocerinae, commonly known as slant-faced grasshoppers. The taxon is endemic to California and represents the nominate subspecies of E. vanduzeei.
Esselenia vanduzeei violae
Esselenia vanduzeei violae is a subspecies of grasshopper in the family Acrididae, subfamily Gomphocerinae, described by Rentz in 1966. It is known from California in western North America. The genus Esselenia is classified within the short-horned grasshoppers, a diverse group of primarily herbivorous insects. This subspecies represents one of the few documented taxa within this genus, which appears to have restricted geographic distribution.
Eumastacidae
Monkey Grasshoppers, Matchstick Grasshoppers
Eumastacidae is a family of grasshoppers commonly known as monkey grasshoppers or matchstick grasshoppers. They are considered primitive within the Orthoptera and are characterized by their distinctive body posture with thin legs held at right angles to the body, often near the horizontal plane. Many species are wingless. The family exhibits its greatest diversity in the Neotropics, with most species inhabiting tropical regions. They feed on algae, ferns, and gymnosperms—ancient plant groups that reflect their primitive evolutionary status.
Eumorsea balli
huachuca monkey grasshopper, Ball's monkey grasshopper
Eumorsea balli is a species of monkey grasshopper (family Eumastacidae) native to North America. It was described by Hebard in 1935 and is commonly known as the huachuca monkey grasshopper or Ball's monkey grasshopper. The species belongs to a group of orthopterans characterized by their distinctive morphology and behavior.
Eumorsea pinaleno
Pinaleno monkey grasshopper
Eumorsea pinaleno is a wingless grasshopper endemic to the Pinaleno Mountains of Arizona. It belongs to the family Eumastacidae, commonly known as monkey grasshoppers. The species is known from very few observations, and its biology remains poorly documented.
Eupnigodes
Eupnigodes is a genus of slant-faced grasshoppers in the family Acrididae. The genus contains at least two described species, both restricted to the western United States. As members of the subfamily Gomphocerinae and tribe Aulocarini, these grasshoppers share morphological features with related genera in this group. The genus was established by McNeill in 1897.
Eupnigodes megacephala
Big-headed grasshopper
Eupnigodes megacephala is a medium-sized grasshopper widely distributed across western North America. Formerly classified as Aulocara elliotti, this species is notable for its disproportionately large, rounded head and bright blue hind tibiae. It inhabits shortgrass prairies, desert grasslands, and occasionally montane areas up to 8,500 feet elevation. The species is economically significant as a rangeland pest, capable of reaching outbreak densities that severely reduce forage for livestock and promote soil erosion.
Eupnigodes sierranus
Sierran White-whiskered Grasshopper
Eupnigodes sierranus, commonly known as the Sierran White-whiskered Grasshopper, is a species of slant-faced grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is native to the western United States, with confirmed records from California. The species was first described by Rehn and Hebard in 1909. It belongs to the subfamily Gomphocerinae, a group characterized by their slanted facial profiles.
Flexamia huroni
Huron River Leafhopper
Flexamia huroni is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, described by Bess & Hamilton in 1999. It belongs to the genus Flexamia, a group of leafhoppers known for their specialized host plant associations with grasses. The species is named after the Huron River in Michigan, where it was first collected. Like other members of the genus, it likely exhibits strong ecological dependence on specific grass host plants.
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Floridacris is a genus of grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, subfamily Melanoplinae. It was described by Otte in 2014 and is endemic to Florida. The genus belongs to the tribe Melanoplini, which contains many North American short-horned grasshoppers. Based on iNaturalist observations, the genus appears to be represented by relatively few documented occurrences.
Floridacris mariona
Floridacris mariona is a species of grasshopper in the family Acrididae, first described by Daniel Otte in 2014. It is endemic to Florida and belongs to a genus with limited species diversity. The species is known from very few observations, reflecting either genuine rarity or restricted habitat specificity.
Floritettix
Floritettix is a genus of spur-throated grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, containing approximately 13 described species. The genus is endemic to the North American Coastal Plain, with documented occurrences in Florida, Georgia, and California. One species, Floritettix phlox, has been described from heavily burned scrub habitat on sand ridges in central Florida.
Floritettix aptera
Wingless Florida Grasshopper
Floritettix aptera, commonly known as the wingless Florida grasshopper, is a species of spur-throated grasshopper in the family Acrididae. The specific epithet "aptera" refers to its wingless condition, a distinctive trait among grasshoppers. The species is endemic to Florida and belongs to the genus Floritettix, which is part of the diverse Melanoplinae subfamily.
Floritettix borealis
Floritettix borealis is a species of spur-throated grasshopper in the family Acrididae, described by Hebard in 1936. The species is distributed in the southeastern United States, with records from Florida and Georgia. It belongs to a genus of small grasshoppers that inhabit grassy and herbaceous environments. Relatively little detailed biological information has been published for this species compared to its better-known western relatives in the Melanoplinae subfamily.
Floritettix calusa
Floritettix calusa is a species of grasshopper in the family Acrididae, subfamily Melanoplinae. It was described by Otte in 2014 and is native to Florida. The specific epithet 'calusa' refers to the Calusa people, an indigenous group of southwest Florida. The species has been documented in bycatch from mosquito surveillance programs in the Florida Keys, contributing to knowledge of its distribution.
Floritettix coquinae
Floritettix coquinae is a species of spur-throated grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is endemic to Florida and belongs to a genus of small, slender grasshoppers restricted to the southeastern United States. The species was described by Hebard in 1936. Records suggest it is a habitat specialist with limited geographic range.
Floritettix floridana
Floritettix floridana is a species of grasshopper in the family Acrididae, described by Otte in 2014. It belongs to the genus Floritettix, which is part of the Melanoplinae subfamily. The species is known from Florida, though detailed information about its biology and ecology remains limited.
Floritettix hubbelli
Floritettix hubbelli is a species of grasshopper in the family Acrididae, subfamily Melanoplinae. It was described by Hebard in 1936 and is endemic to Florida. The genus Floritettix is part of the Melanoplini tribe, a diverse group of North American grasshoppers. The species is documented in entomological collections and has been recorded in citizen science observations.
Floritettix osceola
Floritettix osceola is a species of grasshopper in the family Acrididae, described by Otte in 2014. It belongs to the genus Floritettix, a North American group of spur-throated grasshoppers in the subfamily Melanoplinae. The species is known from a small number of observations in Florida, suggesting it may be uncommon or have a restricted range. Like other melanopline grasshoppers, it is likely associated with grassland or open habitat vegetation.
Floritettix saturiba
Floritettix saturiba is a species of grasshopper in the family Acrididae, described by Hebard in 1936. It belongs to the subfamily Melanoplinae, a diverse group of North American grasshoppers. The species is known from Florida, with limited observational records available.
Gomphocerinae
slant-faced grasshoppers
Gomphocerinae is a large subfamily of grasshoppers comprising at least 192 genera and 1,274 species distributed across every continent except Antarctica and Australia. Members are commonly known as slant-faced grasshoppers due to their characteristic head morphology. The subfamily is distinguished by a uniform femoral stridulatory mechanism used for acoustic communication, and exhibits remarkable diversity in calling songs and courtship behaviors. Many species inhabit grasslands and serve as important components of terrestrial food webs, though some are significant agricultural pests.
Gymnoscirtetes
Gymnoscirtetes is a genus of small (11–22 mm), slender, flightless grasshoppers endemic to the southeastern North American Coastal Plain. The genus was revised from two to six species based on male genital morphology and geographic data. Species are divided into two groups: the western morsei group (G. morsei, G. rex) and the eastern pusillus group (G. pusillus, G. pageae, G. wadeorum, G. georgiaensis). The genus is characterized by vestigial wings, linear body shape, and brownish-green or bronze coloration with a black lateral stripe.
Hadrotettix trifasciatus
three-banded grasshopper, three-banded range grasshopper
Hadrotettix trifasciatus is a large band-winged grasshopper native to western North American grasslands. It is among the largest rangeland grasshopper species, with females reaching dry weights of approximately 469 mg. The species is notable for its distinctive wing banding pattern and preference for forbs over grasses in its diet. Despite its size, it maintains low population densities across most of its range and is not considered economically significant.
Hebardacris
Mount Whitney grasshopper (for H. albida)
Hebardacris is a genus of spur-throated grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, established by Rehn in 1952. The genus contains at least three described species: H. albida (Mount Whitney grasshopper), H. excelsa, and H. mono. These species are native to western North America, with records concentrated in California. The genus belongs to the tribe Podismini within the subfamily Melanoplinae.
Hebardacris albida
Mount Whitney grasshopper
Hebardacris albida, known as the Mount Whitney grasshopper, is a species of spur-throated grasshopper in the family Acrididae. The species was described by Hebard in 1920. It belongs to the subfamily Melanoplinae and tribe Podismini. The specific epithet "albida" refers to its whitish coloration.