Collectible Wildlife Gifts | Grasshopper, Plastic Toy Animal, Gift, Realistic Figure, Educational Model, Gift, 3 inches long F1661 B74

Our Plastic Grasshopper This engaging, realistic-looking, plastic grasshopper is made of hard durable plastic. It is 3 inches long including flexible antennae. It makes a good replica in a shoe box diorama or for any school project. It is also an excellent party gag. Check out our other grasshopper toys and gifts. . Grasshoppers  are a group of  insects  belonging to the  suborder  Caelifera. They are among what is possibly the most ancient living group of chewing herbivorous insects, dating back to the  early Triassic  around 250 million years ago. Grasshoppers are typically ground-dwelling insects with powerful hind legs which allow them to escape from threats by leaping vigorously. As  hemimetabolous  insects, they do not undergo  complete metamorphosis; they hatch from an egg into a  nymph  or "hopper" which undergoes five  moults, becoming more similar to the adult insect at each developmental stage.  The grasshopper hears through the tympanal organ which can be found in the first segment of the abdomen attached to the thorax; while its sense of vision is in the compound eyes, the change in light intensity is perceived in the simple eyes (ocelli). At high population densities and under certain environmental conditions, some grasshopper species can change color and behavior and form swarms. Under these circumstances, they are known as  locusts. Grasshoppers are plant-eaters, with a few species at times becoming serious  pests  of cereals, vegetables and pasture, especially when they swarm in the millions as locusts and destroy crops over wide areas. They protect themselves from  predators  by  camouflage; when detected, many species attempt to  startle  the predator with a brilliantly-coloured wing-flash while jumping and (if adult) launching themselves into the air, usually flying for only a short distance. Other species such as the  rainbow grasshopper  have  warning coloration  which deters predators. Grasshoppers are affected by parasites and various diseases, and many predatory creatures feed on both nymphs and adults. The eggs are subject to attack by  parasitoids  and predators. Collectible Wildlife Toys is the market leader in providing high quality, realistic toys of all types! Every one of our items is heavily inspected for quality craftsmanship and authenticity. Our products make great gifts for your family and friends! Additionally, our lifelike animal figurines and plush make for great displays and educational sets. We are happy to serve our wide range of clientele from parents to educators, gift shop owners and many more! Our team works hard to ensure you get a great toy. All products from CWG are checked for quality to ensure you receive the order in perfect condition. From plush sharks to educational animal growths cycle we offer the perfect toy or gift for any occasion. Our products have been ordered by educational groups, aquariums, zoos, and more.