ortóptero

Definitions of ortóptero
  1. noun
    any of various insects having leathery forewings and membranous hind wings and chewing mouthparts
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    types:
    saltamontes
    terrestrial plant-eating insect with hind legs adapted for leaping
    cortón
    digs in moist soil and feeds on plant roots
    type of:
    insecto
    small air-breathing arthropod
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