Two
Eastern Lubber grasshoppers (
Romalea guttata) mating. Native to the southeastern and south central portion of the United States, it is well known both for its size and its unique coloration. During reproduction, the male grasshopper introduces
sperm into the
ovipositor through its
aedeagus (reproductive organ), and inserts its
spermatophore, a package containing the sperm, into the female's ovipositor.
Photo credit: Tom Friedel