description Devastator Grasshopper (Melanoplus devastator) Overview
Melanoplus devastator, commonly called the devastator grasshopper, is a short-horned grasshopper in the family Acrididae and subfamily Melanoplinae. It is native to western North America and is associated with grassland, rangeland, and agricultural landscapes. When populations become abundant, feeding by this herbivorous species can reduce available forage and damage crops, which is why it is treated as an economically important grasshopper in parts of its range.
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What is the scientific name of the devastator grasshopper?
The devastator grasshopper is Melanoplus devastator. It is a short-horned grasshopper in the family Acrididae and subfamily Melanoplinae.
Where does Melanoplus devastator live?
It is native to western North America. The species is associated with grassland, rangeland, and agricultural landscapes.
Why is it called the devastator grasshopper?
The name refers to its potential to become a serious pest when populations increase. Large numbers can put pressure on forage and crops in rangeland or agricultural areas.
What kind of grasshopper is Melanoplus devastator?
It is a short-horned grasshopper, meaning it belongs to the acridid group rather than the long-horned katydids. Its subfamily is Melanoplinae.
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