pallid winged grasshopper (trimerotropis pallidipennis) on rocky soil in colorado

entomologist native species pallid winged trimerotropis pallidipennis animal behavior arthropods biodiversity colorado conservation ecological roles ecology ecosystem entomology fauna grasshopper diversity habitat ground cover insects insect adaptations identification observation resting invertebrates natural camouflage environment history nature enthusiasts lovers trails skills outdoor education exploration outdoors plant rocky soil terrain scientific study small creatures sunny day weather wildlife blending