Jumping bush cricket (Orocharis saltator) singing. Click/double click image to enlarge.
I was thrilled to photograph an individual of this species singing last night. I find them visually stunning as they raise their wings to stridulate, rubbing their forewings together, filling the night with constant sound.
You can hear the distinctive song at http://www.musicofnature.org/songsofinsects/iframes/trigs/trigs.html. Click on the image of the jumping bush cricket on that page to hear it. Enjoy!
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Awesome picture!
The eyes of this species are especially cool. Excellent shot, Dave.
I am in Estes Park, CO tonight and just got my computer working and saw this really nice photo Dave! Great job! Keep ‘em coming!
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