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Pygmy Grasshopper - Tetrix arenosa |
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The pygmy grasshoppers, Orthoptera family Tetrigidae, can be recognized by their long pronotum, which extends far back over the abdomen, ending in a point. These grasshoppers are all less than 20mm long. Most are brown, and a few species have long functional flying wings. Females are larger than males. Adults and nymphs feed on algae and other organic material in wet soil. Also called grouse locusts. |
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 Adult female pygmy grasshopper |
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 This view shows the dorsal and ventral valves of the ovipositor - one sure indication this is a female of the species. Also quite apparent is the long, tapered pronotum extending almost to the tip of the wings. |
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