Grasshoppers of Wyoming and the West
Entomology
Key to the Melanoplus Species
Previous Step (F)G Dorsal edge of cerci not contracted near middle; furculae approximately one-third
length of supra-anal plate, or less; subgenital plate moderately long; hind tibiae
red, sometimes blue; wide spread and common, often common in disturbed and urban areas.
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| Side view of abdomen tip of male | Furculae | Back view of subgenital plate |
G' Dorsal edge of cerci contracted near middle; furculae approximately one-half length of supra-anal plate; subgenital plate extremely long; hind tibiae red to greenish-yellow; mountains at moderate elevations.
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| Side view of abdomen tip | Furculae |
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