Grasshoppers of Wyoming and the West
Entomology
Key to the Melanoplus Species
Previous Step (F')G Tip of cerci pointed; hind tibiae blue; widespread in eastern Colorado.
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| Cercus | Furculae |
G' Tip of cerci blunt; hind tibiae usually red, sometimes yellow; wide spread and common, often abundant in urban and disturbed areas.
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| Side views of abdomen tip of male | Top view of subgenital plate |
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