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Short-horned grasshopper

British pronunciation/ʃˈɔːthˈɔːnd ɡɹˈashɒpə/
American pronunciation/ʃˈɔːɹthˈɔːɹnd ɡɹˈæshɑːpɚ/
Short-horned grasshopper
[NOUN]
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a grasshopper species characterized by its short antennae and throat spurs

synonyms : acridid
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What is a "short-horned grasshopper"?

A short-horned grasshopper, also known as a spur-throated grasshopper, is a type of grasshopper with relatively short antennae and distinctive spurs on its throat, found in various environments and known for its ability to leap and produce chirping sounds. They play important roles in ecosystems as herbivores, feeding on plants and serving as a food source for other animals.

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