Tanaocerus koebelei
This record describes Tanaocerus koebelei (species). Recorded family: Tanaoceridae. Recorded order: Orthoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Wikipedia reference for Tanaocerus koebelei: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tanaocerus_koebelei.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Orthoptera (Grasshoppers, Crickets, Katydids)
- Suborder
- Caelifera
- Family
- Tanaoceridae (Desert Long-horned Grasshoppers)
- Genus
- Tanaocerus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Found mostly on the ground
Geographic Range
CA-AZ / Mex. (BG data)
Seasonal Activity
Jan-Mar (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Host plant: Blackbrush, Coleogyne ramosissima
About Grasshoppers, Crickets, Katydids: the wider group
Order-level background for Orthoptera, the group containing Tanaocerus koebelei. 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 Tanaocerus koebelei (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jeffrey Cole; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , metrioptera
Frequently Asked Questions About Tanaocerus koebelei
Where is Tanaocerus koebelei found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Found mostly on the ground |
| Range | CA-AZ / Mex. (BG data) |
What does Tanaocerus koebelei eat?
The diet of the Tanaocerus koebelei includes Host plant: Blackbrush, Coleogyne ramosissima.
When is Tanaocerus koebelei active?
Tanaocerus koebelei: seasonal activity - Jan-Mar (BG data).