| Range: |
Southeastern United States |
| Habitat: |
Woodlands, grasslands, croplands, lawns |
| Conservation Status: |
Not listed by IUCN |
| Scientific Name: |
Romalea guttata |
These striking-looking grasshoppers are larger than those found in Missouri. Immature "lubbers" are typically black with yellow stripes or orange spots, whereas adults are a dull yellow with black markings. The bright colors of both immature and adult lubbers serve as a warning to predators that they are toxic. These grasshoppers sometimes become numerous enough to cause damage to citrus and vegetable crops.
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