20 July 2019
Common and widespread, the Common Field Grasshopper is ubiquitous in any open, sunny, grassy area, including our gardens. Adults are present from June until late autumn, feeding on plants and grasses. A gregarious species, males can be seen displaying to females by rubbing their legs against their wings to create a 'song' - in this case, it is brief, single chirrup, repeated at short intervals. After mating, the eggs are laid in the soil ready to hatch the following summer.
The Common Field Grasshopper is usually mottled brown in colour, with barring on the sides. It is most easily identified when seen up close as the very hairy underside becomes visible. (LINK)
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