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Razor grinder

Razor grinder

Henicopsaltria eydouxii

A species of Henicopsaltria

The razor grinder is a large cicada with a forewing measuring 5 - 6 cm. Males and females are similar in color and markings. The head and thorax is red-brown with black markings. The wings are transparent with some brown discoloration.

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Attributes of Razor grinder
Colors
Brown
Black
Habitat
forest and margin
Adult Food Sources
Sap from deciduous and evergreen trees
Larva Food Source
Sap from various plant roots
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
The Razor grinder 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
Piercing-sucking mouthparts
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Species Status of Razor grinder
It is found along the east coast of Australia.
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Distribution Area of Razor grinder
Eastern Australia, Brisbane
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Appearance of Razor grinder
The razor grinder is a large cicada with a forewing measuring 5 - 6 cm. Males and females are similar in color and markings. The head and thorax is red-brown with black markings. The wings are transparent with some brown discoloration.
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Life Cycle of Razor grinder
Egg The egg razor grinder is typically oval in shape and minute in size, often laid in clusters. The color usually blends with the environment, providing camouflage from predators. At this stage, razor grinder is immobile and development is internal.
Nymph The nymph razor grinder resembles a miniature adult but lacks fully developed wings and reproductive structures. These stages are marked by molting, with gradual increases in size and development of adult-like features.
Adult Emerging as a fully mature razor grinder, the adult displays complete wings and functional reproductive organs. Body coloration often intensifies, and size reaches maximum dimensions. The adult razor grinder is mobile, with its primary focus on mating and laying eggs.
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Adult Size of Razor grinder
3 - 4 cm
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Predators of Razor grinder Larvae
Ants, spiders, wasps, ground beetles
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Predators of Adult Razor grinder
Birds, bats, spiders, mantis
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Scientific Classification of Razor grinder
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How Can You Attract Razor grinder
Given that razor grinder feed on plant sap, especially from trees, using food-based traps is not practical. Instead, individuals seeking razor grinder often use auditory cues or visual search methods.
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Habitat Preferences of Razor grinder Through Different Life Stages
The nymphs of razor grinder live underground, often at depths of up to several feet, where they feed on plant roots in environments like woodlands and grasslands. To search for them, one would look below the surface, digging around the roots of trees, particularly in sandy soils. Adults are typically found in trees or shrubs, and their search entails scanning the foliage and branches, as well as listening for their distinctive songs, which can indicate their presence. Their eggs are deposited in slits made in the branches or stems of host plants; therefore, inspecting the smaller twigs and branches is ideal for locating the egg stage.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Razor grinder
The best time to find adult razor grinder is during their active periods, which are typically during the warm months, while their nymphs and teneral stages may be found after the creatures have emerged from the ground, synchronized with certain climatic conditions.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Razor grinder
Adult razor grinder are most active in warm, humid weather, which is conducive to their song production. Searching for razor grinder after a rain, when the weather begins to heat up, can also be an effective approach, as increased humidity can stimulate activity.
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How and Where Can You Find Razor grinder at Different Life Stages
Egg Razor grinder eggs are usually laid in slits made by females in tree branches. Finding these eggs requires searching for such slits in the bark of host trees with a magnifying glass.
Nymph Razor grinder nymphs live underground, feeding on roots, so they are best found by digging around the base of trees, looking for them in the soil. Be cautious when digging to avoid harming the nymphs.
Razor grinder teneral adults can be found on tree trunks or other vertical surfaces, where they climb to molt and harden their exoskeleton. Look for them during emergence seasons, often in the early morning.
Adult Adult razor grinder are easiest to locate by their loud, characteristic song, which is typically produced by males to attract females. Follow the sound during warm days, and search on tree trunks and branches where they are likely to be perched.
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Harmful Effects of Razor grinder
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Hurt Plant

Razor grinder causes damage to plants during both its adult and nymph stages. It attacks a variety of plants and primarily damages roots, stems, and leaves. The impact ranges from mild to severe, depending on the infestation level. Symptoms include wilting, yellowing, and potentially the spread of plant diseases.

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