Phaneroptera nr-nana
This record describes Phaneroptera nr-nana (species). Recorded family: Tettigoniidae. Recorded order: Orthoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Individuals of this FL population of Phaneroptera are more slender than P. nana, with proportionately longer legs; males also differ in appearance of the external genitalia. P.nana P. 'nr-nana' The earliest known U.S. record of this species is an iNaturalist report from Palm Beach Co., FL, in 2017. Since then, there have been several iNaturalist and BugGuide posts from other areas of the state in 2018 and 2019. Its specific identity has not been determined as of yet.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Orthoptera (Grasshoppers, Crickets, Katydids)
- Suborder
- Ensifera
- Family
- Tettigoniidae (Katydids)
- Subfamily
- Phaneropterinae
- Genus
- Phaneroptera
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
in south FL, disturbed grassy areas
Geographic Range
Introduced from the Old World; in the U.S. so far restricted to central and southern FL
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Favors flowers
About Grasshoppers, Crickets, Katydids: the wider group
Order-level background for Orthoptera, the group containing Phaneroptera nr-nana. 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 Phaneroptera nr-nana (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by metrioptera
Frequently Asked Questions About Phaneroptera nr-nana
What is Phaneroptera nr-nana?
Phaneroptera nr-nana is a species in the family Tettigoniidae, within the order Orthoptera.
How do you identify Phaneroptera nr-nana?
Individuals of this FL population of Phaneroptera are more slender than P. nana, with proportionately longer legs; males also differ in appearance of the external genitalia. P.nana P. 'nr-nana'
Where is Phaneroptera nr-nana found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | in south FL, disturbed grassy areas |
| Range | Introduced from the Old World; in the U.S. so far restricted to central and southern FL |
What does Phaneroptera nr-nana eat?
The diet of the Phaneroptera nr-nana includes Favors flowers.