Jumping Bush Cricket
Hapithus saltator
This record describes Hapithus saltator (species). Recorded family: Oecanthidae. Recorded order: Orthoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Wikipedia reference for Hapithus saltator: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hapithus_saltator.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Orthoptera (Grasshoppers, Crickets, Katydids)
- Suborder
- Ensifera
- Family
- Oecanthidae (Tree and Bush Crickets)
- Subfamily
- Hapithinae
- Genus
- Hapithus (Bush Crickets)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Broadleaved trees; occasionally in herbaceous undergrowth, shrubs, and pine trees. Often heard calling from trees and shrubs in urban areas
Geographic Range
eastern US to Texas and north to NJ · BG data extend this range to Massachusetts
Seasonal Activity
Aug–Oct in IN, Jul–Dec in LA. Apparently univoltne and overwinters as eggs.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Hapithus (Orocharis) saltator (Uhler 1864)
About Grasshoppers, Crickets, Katydids: the wider group
Order-level background for Orthoptera, the group containing Hapithus saltator. 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 Jumping Bush Cricket (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Will Chatfield-Taylor; Additional contributions by Ted Kropiewnicki , v belov , metrioptera
Frequently Asked Questions About Jumping Bush Cricket
How big is Jumping Bush Cricket?
15-20 mm
Where is Jumping Bush Cricket found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Broadleaved trees; occasionally in herbaceous undergrowth, shrubs, and pine trees. Often heard calling from trees and shrubs in urban areas |
| Range | eastern US to Texas and north to NJ · BG data extend this range to Massachusetts |
When is Jumping Bush Cricket active?
Jumping Bush Cricket: seasonal activity - Aug–Oct in IN, Jul–Dec in LA. Apparently univoltne and overwinters as eggs..