Green Mikweed locust close-up, showing mouthparts. Feeds on herbs and shrubs, sometimes damaging young citrus trees. Inhabits grassy areas. Gregarious, especially in nymphal stages. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa

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Green Mikweed locust close-up, showing mouthparts. Feeds on herbs and shrubs, sometimes damaging young citrus trees. Inhabits grassy areas. Gregarious, especially in nymphal stages. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa

ASW-4548
Green Mikweed locust close-up, showing mouthparts.
Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Phymateus viridipes
Feeds on herbs and shrubs, sometimes damaging young citrus trees. Inhabits grassy areas. Gregarious, especially in nymphal stages.
Alan J. S. Weaving
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Anatomy Eyes Locust Locusts Orthoptera Poisonous South Africa Warning Colours Aposematic Pyrgomorphidae

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. In this close-up, meet ASW-4548, the notorious Green Mikweed locust from Grahamstown, South Africa. With its mouthparts on full display, it's clear that this little critter means business when it comes to feasting on herbs and shrubs. Watch out young citrus trees! Living life in grassy areas, these gregarious insects are especially social during their nymphal stages. They're like the party animals of the insect world! But don't be fooled by their vibrant green color and charming expressions – they pack a punch with their aposematic warning colors. Hailing from Eastern Cape, South Africa, ASW-4548 belongs to the pyrgomorphidae family – also known as foam grasshoppers. And boy oh boy, do they know how to make an impression! Their striking appearance serves as a bold reminder to predators that they're not to be messed with. With eyes locked onto you through Alan Weaving's lens, this single locust showcases its incredible anatomy and head-turning features. It's hard not to get captivated by those mesmerizing eyes! So next time you stumble upon a group of these fascinating creatures while exploring African wildlife, remember - keep your distance and admire them from afar. These captionable characters may look cute but trust us; you wouldn't want to mess with their wild side!

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