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

November 6, 2021

I am a Linear-winged Grasshopper

I have big eyes and my face is slanted

I'm wingless and you can find me in the south-east US

In flatwoods where pines are planted.

Location: Kissimmee Prairie State Park

Sources: https://bugguide.net/node/view/38513

Photo and text © 2021 Dee Fairbanks Simpson