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Monistria concinna, commonly called the spotted mountain-grasshopper or southern pyrgomorph, is a species in the grasshopper family Pyrgomorphidae. It is native to southeastern Australia and occurs in open, shrubby habitats, including higher-altitude areas. This flightless grasshopper has a dark purple or brown body with pale spots and may show red or purple wing-bracts; its warning coloration is associated with defensive chemicals.
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What is Monistria concinna?
Monistria concinna is a grasshopper species in the family Pyrgomorphidae. It is commonly called the spotted mountain-grasshopper or southern pyrgomorph.
Where does Monistria concinna live?
It is native to southeastern Australia. The species occurs in open, shrubby habitats, including higher-altitude areas.
Can Monistria concinna fly?
Monistria concinna is described as a flightless grasshopper. It moves through its open and shrubby habitat without relying on flight.
What family does Monistria concinna belong to?
It belongs to the grasshopper family Pyrgomorphidae. Its common names include spotted mountain-grasshopper and southern pyrgomorph.
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