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Indian locust, Gryllus indicus
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Indian locust, Gryllus indicus
Indian locust, Gryllus indicus (Schistocerca gregaria?). Handcoloured lithograph from Carl Hoffmanns Book of the World, Stuttgart, 1848
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Buch Carl Cricket Educational Entomology Gryllus Hoffmann Indicus Locust Welt
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This exquisitely hand-colored lithograph depicts the Indian Locust, Gryllus indicus, a remarkable insect belonging to the grasshopper family. The Indian Locust, also known as the Desert Locust, is native to Africa, the Middle East, and Southwest Asia, with occasional sightings in Southern Europe and India. This image is taken from Carl Hoffmann's renowned publication, "Das Buch der Welt" or "The Book of the World," published in Stuttgart, Germany, in 1848. The Indian Locust is distinguished by its vibrant green coloration, with a reddish-brown head and legs. The hindwings of this locust display striking black spots, making them easily identifiable. Schistocerca gregaria, another species of locust, shares some similarities with the Indian Locust, but they are not the same species. The Indian Locust is an important herbivore in its ecosystem, playing a significant role in shaping vegetation communities. However, when their populations increase, they can become pests, forming swarms that can devastate crops and pastures. These swarms can cover hundreds of square miles and contain billions of locusts. Entomologists and researchers continue to study the Indian Locust to better understand their behavior, population dynamics, and potential for sustainable management. This beautiful lithograph serves as a testament to the intrigue and importance of these fascinating creatures in the natural world.
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