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Do grasshoppers have wings?

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How much do you know about these insects? Learn 10 ... On each side of the first abdominal segment, tucked under the wings, you'll find membranes that vibrate in response to sound waves. ... Because grasshoppers have such powerful jumping legs, people sometimes don't realize they have wings, too! read more

Most species of grasshoppers have two pairs of wings. One pair is narrow, and the other pair is wide. Certain species of grasshoppers, specifically the males of the species, attract females by rubbing their wings against their legs or vibrating their wings. read more

Because grasshoppers have such powerful jumping legs, people sometimes don't realize they have wings, too! Most grasshoppers are pretty strong fliers, and will make good use of their wings to escape predators. Their jumping ability just gives them a boost into the air. read more

Grasshoppers often have deimatic patterns on their wings, giving a sudden flash of bright colours that may startle predators long enough to give time to escape in a combination of jump and flight. Some species are genuinely aposematic, having both bright warning coloration and sufficient toxicity to dissuade predators. read more

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