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Bombay Locust

Bombay Locust

Patanga succincta

A species of Patanga

Roaming the grasslands, bombay Locust thrives in its niche, exhibiting remarkable camouflage with its earth-toned exoskeleton that shifts hue through its life stages. As a voracious herbivore, it consumes an array of grasses and leaves, adapting its diet as it transforms from nymph to mature adult, aiding in the control of plant overgrowth. Its hind legs, evolved for powerful jumps, enable quick navigation and escape from predators, underscoring its role as a crucial participant in its ecosystem.

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Attributes of Bombay Locust
Habitat
The Bombay locust is found in India, Southwest Asia and Southeast Asia. Its range extends from India and Pakistan to Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Japan, the Philippines and Indonesia. Its typical breeding habitat is grassy plains and rough, tussocky grassland with shrubs and scattered trees at elevations up to about 1,500 metres (4,900 ft). In India, where swarms were common at one time, there have not been any swarms since 1927; it is thought this is due to a change of land use, with the areas of grassland in which it used to breed now being largely under cultivation. In some other parts of its range, where it does not form swarms, it has become an important local pest after forest clearance.
Adult Food Sources
Grasses, leaves, crops like cereal and vegetable plants, shoots, bark of some trees
Larva Food Source
Fresh leaves, tender grass shoots, soft plant stems, decomposing plant matter, young foliage
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
Not reported
Predatory
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Life Cycle of Bombay Locust
Egg The eggs of bombay Locust are laid in pods underground or in plant tissues. They are elongated and protected by a hard, capsule-like structure before hatching into nymphs. Color may vary from creamy to dark, depending on the species.
Nymph Nymphs resemble miniature adults but lack fully developed wings and reproductive organs. They go through multiple molts, increasing in size and developing wing buds. Coloration often changes, providing better camouflage.
Adult Emerging from the final molt, adult bombay Locust have fully developed wings and reproductive organs. Their exoskeleton hardens and body size reaches its maximum. Adults show vibrant colors, which are critical for mating displays and species identification.
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Predators of Bombay Locust Larvae
Birds, rodents, lizards, spiders, other insects
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Predators of Adult Bombay Locust
Birds, small mammals, reptiles, larger insects, spiders
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Interesting Facts About Bombay Locust
Members of bombay Locust can communicate via plant-borne vibrations, creating a complex web of signals undetectable to human ears.
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Scientific Classification of Bombay Locust
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Youth Habitat of Bombay Locust
Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Bombay Locust
Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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How Can You Attract Bombay Locust
People seeking to find bombay Locust could use fresh vegetation or crops as bait since these are a primary food source for the creature.
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Habitat Preferences of Bombay Locust Through Different Life Stages
Eggs of bombay Locust are typically laid in well-drained soils in grasslands or agricultural fields. Nymphs can be found in similar habitats, often among grasses where they feed and grow. Searching for nymphs involves inspecting grassy areas and checking for small, wingless forms of bombay Locust. Adult bombay Locust inhabit grasslands, fields, and open forest areas. To locate adults, look for them atop grasses or on crops, especially during warm hours when they are most active. Adults may also congregate in large swarms, making them easier to spot in these environments.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Bombay Locust
The suitable time to find adult bombay Locust is during daylight hours when they are most active, particularly in the warmer parts of the day.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Bombay Locust
The suitable weather for finding bombay Locust is warm and sunny as these conditions are ideal for the creature's activities such as feeding and mating.
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Agricultural Pests

Bombay Locust, found in diverse agricultural settings, affects both leaves and stems. Nymphs and adults alike harm crops by chewing plant tissues. Minor infestations may cause only aesthetic damage, but severe outbreaks can lead to significant crop loss, with potential consequences for food supply and economic stability.

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