For the identification of insects and other fauna and flora of South Africa.
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Friday, May 7, 2010

Desert Locust (Gastrimargus sp) Acrididae

These are large locusts and are found in both a green and brown form.
Their egss are laid and lay over for the winter so hatch when summer comes around again.
They feed on both tough and soft grass.