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List of locust species

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This is a list (alphabetized by binomial species name) of locust species of the taxonomic family Acrididae capable of density-dependent phase polyphenism and swarming behavior, potentially inflicting massive damage to crops.

Australian plague locust nymph (fourth instar)
Dense hopper band of desert locusts

References

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  • Steedman, Alison, ed. (December 1988). Locust Handbook (2nd ed.). London: Natural Resources Institute. ISBN 978-0859542326.
  • Pener, Meir Paul; Simpson, Stephen J. (September 23, 2009). Locust Phase Polyphenism: An Update. Advances in Insect Physiology. Vol. 36 (1st ed.). Academic Press. p. 9. ISBN 9780123814289.