Mark Sturtevant wrote:
I don't know if its possible to identify this pygmy 'hopper to species without a detailed identification key and perusal of the insect from all angles.
But this is a beautiful picture even so. Here you can see very nicely that the hind wings are quite long, and projecting out the rear, while the vestigial fore wings are but oval pads on the side.
Thanks, Mark. I truly appreciate all of the knowledge and mastery that you share with me. I'm pleased to know that some of my images provide details that others find interesting in some way. I've seen these little hoppers in the field from time to time however they always appear to be several hops away from me. Perhaps I need to buy a different deodorant..!!