This Blog contains Wildlife and Bird Photos from Walks, Safaris, Birding Trips and Vacations. Most of the pictures have been taken with my Nikon P900 and P950X cameras. If you click on the label underneath the picture it will link to all of the photos taken for that species. Just click on any image for a large picture.
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Tuesday, 10 October 2023
9-10-2023 LES FOIES BARX, VALENCIA - BARBARIAN GRASSHOPPER (Calliptamus barbarus)
Calliptamus barbarus is a species of short-horned grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is found in the Palearctic.
Saturday, 16 September 2023
16-9-2023 MONTE CORONA, VALENCIA - BARBARIAN GRASSHOPPER (Calliptamus barbarus)
Calliptamus barbarus is a species of short-horned grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is found in the Palearctic.
Calliptamus barbarus or Costa's rose wing is a right-winged insect from the family locust (Acrididae). The scientific name of this species was first validly published in 1836 by Oronzio Gabriele Costa.
The Barbarian grasshopper is not toxic and does not usually pose a threat to human health. There is no need to be overly concerned.
The Barbarian grasshopper feeds on plants and usually does not cause a major problem. However, If you observe the number getting larger, you need to take it seriously.