Protean Shieldback

Atlanticus testaceus

Classification

Class: Insecta
Order: Orthoptera
Family: Tettigoniidae

Atlanticus testaceus, known generally as the protean shieldback or short-legged shield-bearer, is a species of shield-backed katydid in the family Tettigoniidae. It is found in North America. Identification The males' tegmina are around 1/2 the length of the pronotum.

Distribution

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Sources and credits

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Protean Shieldback

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