Cnemotettix bifasciatus
This record describes Cnemotettix bifasciatus (species). Recorded family: Anostostomatidae. Recorded order: Orthoptera.
Identification and Appearance
One of two mainland southern California species. These insects make burrows and stabilize them with a silk lining.
Wikipedia reference for Cnemotettix bifasciatus: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cnemotettix_bifasciatus.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Orthoptera (Grasshoppers, Crickets, Katydids)
- Suborder
- Ensifera
- Family
- Anostostomatidae (Wetas & King Crickets)
- Genus
- Cnemotettix (Silk-spinning Crickets)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Sandstone cliffs and hillsides with sandy soil are typical habitats.
About Grasshoppers, Crickets, Katydids: the wider group
Order-level background for Orthoptera, the group containing Cnemotettix bifasciatus. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Orthoptera includes ~28,000 described species of grasshoppers, crickets, and katydids. Desert locusts can form swarms covering 460 square miles containing up to 80 million individuals per square kilometer.
Ecological role of the group
Grasshoppers and crickets are a primary food source for birds, reptiles, and small mammals. Cricket farming is a growing industry - crickets require 12× less feed than cattle to produce the same amount of protein, using 2,000× less water.
Economic and practical significance of the group
A single large locust swarm can consume the same amount of food in one day as 35,000 people. The 2019-2021 East Africa locust crisis affected food security for 42 million people across multiple countries. Global crop losses from locusts can reach billions annually.
Recorded sources for this group: FAO, UN World Food Programme, research publications. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Cnemotettix bifasciatus (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jeffrey Cole; Additional contributions by metrioptera
Frequently Asked Questions About Cnemotettix bifasciatus
What is Cnemotettix bifasciatus?
Cnemotettix bifasciatus is a species in the family Anostostomatidae, within the order Orthoptera.
How do you identify Cnemotettix bifasciatus?
One of two mainland southern California species.
Where is Cnemotettix bifasciatus found?
Habitat: Sandstone cliffs and hillsides with sandy soil are typical habitats.