Grasshoppers of various species can be observed throughout this great state. Many are obscure and unassuming while others can be boldly marked and striking. Some varieties are harmless to man-made ...

Often regarded as a lucky symbol, grasshoppers are one of the oldest types of animals in the world, having first appeared ...

Few summertime insects are more common or recognizable than the ordinary grasshopper, but that doesn't mean they're not interesting. The critter in one of the photos accompanying this story ...

Walking the corgi the last two weeks has opened my eyes to a situation that could be easily overlooked. We have a lot of grasshoppers in town. During our slow walks around the block, I’ve noticed five ...

Most of Eastern South Dakota is experiencing very low grasshopper populations. However, this is not the case for many areas in central and western South Dakota. In some areas, grasshoppers have been ...

The obscure bird grasshopper is a giant among insects. As a kid, it’s hard enough to get the nerve to catch a grasshopper, but when we do, it’s usually a smaller species, such as a spotted-winged or a ...

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