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Schistocerca melanocera

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The large painted locust[1] (Schistocerca melanocera) is endemic to the Galapagos Islands of Ecuador, except Española Island. The locusts form a large part of the diet of the Galápagos hawk and lava lizards. Can be up to 8 cm long.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b Fitter, J; Fitter, D; and Hosking, D. (2000) Wildlife of the Galápagos. Updated Edition. Princeton University Press.

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Schistocerca melanocera: Brief Summary

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The large painted locust (Schistocerca melanocera) is endemic to the Galapagos Islands of Ecuador, except Española Island. The locusts form a large part of the diet of the Galápagos hawk and lava lizards. Can be up to 8 cm long.

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