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Egyptian locust

Egyptian locust

Anacridium aegyptium

A species of Anacridium, Also known as Large brown egyptian grasshopper, Anacridium aegyptum

The egyptian locust( Anacridium aegyptium) is usually gray, brown, or olive in color has a mid-sized body with a pair of short and robust antennae on the head. It is generally regarded as a kind of minor pest as it essentially feeds on the leaves of various fruit trees in the orchards but does not cause serious harm to crops.

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Attributes of Egyptian locust
Colors
Brown
Black
Yellow
Habitat
shrubland; garden
Adult Food Sources
Leaves, grasses, seeds, crops, weeds
Larva Food Source
Leaves, flowers, buds, stems, fruits
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
The Egyptian locust feeds on plants, usually without causing significant harm. However, it's important to take the situation seriously if their numbers begin to increase significantly.
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Chewing mouthparts
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Species Status of Egyptian locust
It is present in most of Europe, in the 'Afro-tropical ecozone', in eastern Palearctic ecozone, in the Near East and in North Africa.
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Distribution Area of Egyptian locust
Europe
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Appearance of Egyptian locust
The adult males grow up to 3 - 6 cm long, while females reach 4.5 - 7 cm of length. Their body is usually gray, brown or olive coloured, the antennae are relatively short and robust. The wings are clear with dark marks. The nymphs have the appearance of the adults, their color varies from yellow to bright green and ocher and the wings are absent or small, as they are gradually developed after each molting.
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Life Cycle of Egyptian locust
Egg The egyptian locust begins as an egg. The eggs are typically oval and laid in groups. Initially, they are encased within a protective substance that hardens to shield them from environmental factors and predators.
Nymph Hatched nymphs are essentially miniature adults without wings and reproductive organs. They're voracious feeders, gradually increasing in size, shedding their exoskeleton multiple times as they grow.
Adult Emerging from the nymph stage, adult egyptian locust sport fully developed wings and functional reproductive organs. Their exoskeleton is harder and more colorful, signifying sexual maturity and readiness for reproduction.
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Adult Size of Egyptian locust
3 - 7 cm
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Predators of Egyptian locust Larvae
Birds, rodents, lizards, spiders, predatory beetles, mantises
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Predators of Adult Egyptian locust
Birds, rodents, lizards, spiders, mantises, wasps, centipedes
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Interesting Facts About Egyptian locust
Egyptian locust can consume almost its entire body weight in food, aiding rapid growth during its nymph stage.
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Scientific Classification of Egyptian locust
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Youth Habitat of Egyptian locust
Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Savannas
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Adult Habitat of Egyptian locust
Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Deserts and Arid Regions, Urban and Suburban Areas, Forests and Woodlands, Savannas
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Habitat Preferences of Egyptian locust Through Different Life Stages
The egg pods of egyptian locust are typically found in the soil, where they are laid by the females in a suitable environment with enough moisture and organic material. Nymphs, after hatching, can be located in areas with abundant vegetation, such as grasslands or fields, where they feed and go through their growth stages. Adult egyptian locust prefer similar habitats as nymphs because of the food availability; however, they can also be found in trees, shrubs, and other elevated locations where they have better access to mating opportunities and can avoid predators. To look for these stages, one should inspect the ground for egg pods, search through vegetation for nymphs, and scan both ground level and elevated plants for adults.
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Agricultural Pests

Agricultural crops face mild to severe threats from egyptian locust based on their numbers. Both adults and nymphs actively chew plant tissues, particularly leaves, stems, and fruits, which can lead to defoliation, stunted growth, and even crop failure. Crop yield and quality are significantly impacted, posing potential economic losses for farming communities.

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