Gray Bird Grasshopper vs Ornate Pygmy Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Gray Bird Grasshopper | Ornate Pygmy Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Schistocerca nitens | Tetrix ornata |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Acrididae | Tetrigidae |
| Size | 35-55 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Gray Bird Grasshopper
A large, strong-flying grasshopper of arid western North America. It is closely related to the desert locust but does not form true swarms.
Did You Know?
It can fly several kilometers in a single flight, making it one of the most mobile grasshoppers in North America.
Ornate Pygmy Grasshopper
A tiny, intricately patterned groundhopper found on bare sandy soils in North American prairies and open woodlands. Its flattened, cryptic body blends perfectly with gravel and dry soil surfaces.
Did You Know?
When disturbed it can leap into a short flight that ends with a tumbling landing, making it very hard to track.