Eastern Lubber Grasshopper

Natural Habitat

Found mostly in the southeastern United States in pine woods, weedy fields, and gardens.

Diet & Feeding

Herbivorous, consuming various weeds and ornamental plants; they have a preference for lilies and amaryllis.

Behavior Patterns

These are slow-moving, wingless or flightless insects that often aggregate in large numbers as nymphs; they can produce a hissing sound and foul-smelling froth when threatened.

Risks & Benefits

Potentially a nuisance in gardens due to feeding; they are toxic to many mammals and birds if consumed, but provide food for specialized predators like the Loggerhead Shrike.

Identified on: 3/4/2026