Acrida conica

Giant green slantface at Sutton, NSW

Acrida conica at Sutton, NSW - 11 Nov 2024
Acrida conica at Sutton, NSW - 11 Nov 2024
Acrida conica at Sutton, NSW - 11 Nov 2024
Acrida conica at Sutton, NSW - 11 Nov 2024
Acrida conica at Sutton, NSW - 11 Nov 2024
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Identification history

Acrida conica 15 Nov 2024 RogerF
Keyacris sp. (genus) 14 Nov 2024 PAEcoAus

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All relatively small 5mm to 1.5mm in length. Splayed hind femora Ensiform antennae No wing buds present Three colour variations observed: Brown, Green, and 'Sandy'.

2 comments

RogerF wrote:
   15 Nov 2024
I assume you mean 1.5 cm in length. Newly hatched nymphs of Acrida . Antennae segments too regular and more than 10. Conspicuous striping.
PAEcoAus wrote:
   15 Nov 2024
Apologies, yes. 1.5cm.

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  • PCT3376: Southern Tablelands Grassy Box Woodland. Specimens were observed across PCT3376 of two gradings: Good and DNG. Associated plant
  • 5mm to 12mm Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health

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