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Giant Grasshopper

Tropidacris cristata

Giant Grasshopper, reference photograph — Tropidacris cristata · observation 187789380 · Ricard Busquets Reverte · CC BY

Facts

Nymphs show conspicuous black-and-yellow warning colours.
Young individuals are often grouped together, whereas adults rely on camouflage among plants.
Adult forewings resemble leaves and cover strikingly coloured hind wings.

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