Monday, December 27, 2021

December 27, 2021

I am a male Linear-winged Grasshopper
Despite my name, I am totally flightless - 
Wings are something I lack, 
I just have linear pads,
But my color is totally righteous.

Location: St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park, Fellsmere

Sources: https://entnemdept.ufl.edu/ghopper/spur1.pdf

Photo and text © 2021 Dee Fairbanks Simpson



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