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What kind of insect is Aiolopus simulatrix?
Aiolopus simulatrix is a short-horned grasshopper or locust in the family Acrididae and subfamily Oedipodinae. Francis Walker described the species in 1870.
Why is Aiolopus simulatrix called the Sudan plague locust?
Sudan plague locust is its common English name, especially associated with eastern Sudan. The species can be an agricultural pest of grain and other crops, but it is not the same species as the Desert Locust.
How can Aiolopus simulatrix be identified?
A diagnostic feature is its broad hind femur, which is longer than the hind tibia. Coloration, wing length, and pronotum shape can vary, so identification should use several characters rather than color alone.
Is Aiolopus simulatrix the same as the Desert Locust?
No. Aiolopus simulatrix is a separate species from Schistocerca gregaria, the Desert Locust, even though both belong to the broader locust group.
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