description Melanoplus punctulatus Overview
Melanoplus punctulatus, commonly known as the pine-tree spur-throat grasshopper, is an insect belonging to the family Acrididae. It was first described by the American entomologist Samuel H. Scudder in 1862 and is native to various regions of the United States. This species of short-horned grasshopper is characterized by its speckled brown and gray coloration, which provides camouflage against tree bark.
It is frequently associated with pine and evergreen forest habitats.
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What is the common name of Melanoplus punctulatus?
Melanoplus punctulatus is commonly called the pine-tree spur-throat grasshopper. The common name helps distinguish this Acrididae species from other grasshoppers.
Who first described Melanoplus punctulatus, and when?
Samuel H. Scudder first described the species in 1862. He was an American entomologist, and the date is part of the species' taxonomic history.
What family does Melanoplus punctulatus belong to?
It belongs to the grasshopper family Acrididae. Melanoplus punctulatus is the precise scientific name used for this species.
Where is Melanoplus punctulatus native?
The species is native to various regions of the United States. Its known range is broader than one named state, so a general United States description is the safest summary.
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