Macrotona australis (Walker, 1870) is a animal in the Acrididae family, order Orthoptera, kingdom Animalia. Not known to be toxic.
Macrotona australis (Walker, 1870)
Macrotona australis is a grasshopper species found across Australia, typically in heath habitats with spinifex grass.
Macrotona australis (Walker, 1870) has a body size that ranges from 1.7 to 3.0 cm (0.67 to 1.18 inches). Its body colour varies between red and grey, and most individuals have distinct bronze colouring behind their rear legs. Confirmed populations of this species are found across mainland Australia and Tasmania. It commonly occurs alongside spinifex grass in heath habitats.
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