Carinate locust

Grasslands and Prairies, Deserts and Arid Regions

Grasslands and Prairies, Deserts and Arid Regions

To attract carinate locust, one might use plants or crops that they are known to feed on as bait. Locating and placing these bait plants in the desired trapping area can increase the likelihood of capturing carinate locust.

The eggs of carinate locust are laid in the soil, particularly in open, sunny areas where the soil is soft enough to be penetrated. As nymphs, they also frequent these sunny areas, but are often found closer to food sources like grasses and small plants, which they feed on. In searching for these stages, one would look for them in fields, meadows, and grasslands. Adult carinate locust are typically found in the same environments as their nymphs, but since they have wings, they can also venture into a wider range of open habitats. They may also be seen perching on rocks or vegetation, particularly during sunrise when they bask to raise their body temperature.

The ideal time to find carinate locust would typically be during the daytime, as many species within the Acrididae family are known to be most active during warmer daylight hours.

Warm and dry conditions are typically more suitable for finding carinate locust, as these conditions are favorable for their activity and easier spotting.