This brightly colored grasshopper was easily observed as it basked quietly in the Sun on an exposed leaf. On my approach it barely moved considering my attention a mere annoyance rather than a threat. The behavior of this insect is related to the fact that its body a laced with toxic compounds that would be very noxious if not lethal to an insectivore. Bright colors are another indication that this hopper is heavily defended.

The grasshopper shown here is an immature. At maturity it will have fully developed wings capable of flight.