description Broad-winged Grasshopper (Melanoplus latipennis) Overview
The broad-winged grasshopper, Melanoplus latipennis, is a North American grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It belongs to the spur-throated grasshopper group, a classification based on a small projection on the underside of the thorax. The species is distinguished by wings that are comparatively broad in relation to those of related Melanoplus grasshoppers and is associated with open grassland habitats.
help Broad-winged Grasshopper (Melanoplus latipennis) FAQ
What is the scientific name of the broad-winged grasshopper?
The broad-winged grasshopper is Melanoplus latipennis. It is a North American grasshopper in the family Acrididae.
What group does Melanoplus latipennis belong to?
It belongs to the spur-throated grasshopper group. This group is named for a small projection on the underside of the thorax.
Why is it called the broad-winged grasshopper?
The common name refers to its broad wings, one of the features used to distinguish the species. Its scientific name is Melanoplus latipennis.
Where is the broad-winged grasshopper found?
Melanoplus latipennis is a North American species. It is associated with the Acrididae family and the spur-throated grasshopper group.
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