Melanoplus (Noun)
Meaning
New World migratory locusts and common American grasshoppers.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Melanoplus sanguinipes is a species of grasshopper that is commonly found in North America.
- The genus Melanoplus includes many species of grasshoppers that are known for their ability to form large swarms.
- Melanoplus differentialis is a type of grasshopper that is often referred to as the "differential grasshopper" due to its distinctive markings.
- The Melanoplus species are known for their ability to migrate long distances in search of food and suitable habitats.
- In some parts of the United States, Melanoplus grasshoppers are considered to be a significant pest species due to the damage they can cause to crops.