description Oedipoda miniata Overview
Oedipoda miniata is a species of band-winged grasshopper in the family Acrididae. Pallas described it in 1771. It is associated with the Palearctic region and is recorded from southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, where it occurs in dry-ground habitats. The species is extant and is known for red hind wings that become visible in flight.
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Who described Oedipoda miniata?
The scientific authority is Pallas, 1771, so the full taxonomic form is Oedipoda miniata (Pallas, 1771). The original name is recorded as Gryllus miniatus in older nomenclature. [GBIF taxon record](https://www.gbif.org/taxon/74JMC)
What is the common name of Oedipoda miniata?
GBIF lists Scarlet Band-winged Grasshopper as an English vernacular name. The band-wing reference relates to the colored hind wings that become more noticeable when the grasshopper flies. [GBIF taxon record](https://www.gbif.org/taxon/74JMC)
Where does Oedipoda miniata occur?
It is associated with the Palearctic and is recorded from southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. Those regions cover a wide range of countries, so the species name should be checked against a local field guide for a precise sighting.
What habitat does Oedipoda miniata prefer?
The species is associated with dry-ground habitats, which fits the open, sparsely vegetated environments used by many band-winged grasshoppers. It belongs to the family Acrididae rather than being a beetle or a true cricket.
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