What is the specific characteristics of locusts?

Characteristic of the grasshopper is to have 3 pairs of jointed legs and bodies - the book. Insects have antennae that are almost always shorter than his body and also has a short ovipositor. Sound generated several species of grasshoppers are usually produced by rubbing against the femur behind the front wing or the abdomen (called stridulasi), or because of flapping its wings while flying. Femur length and strength behind it is generally suitable for jumping. Insects are generally winged, although the wings sometimes can not be used to fly. Female locusts typically larger than the male grasshopper. Grasshoppers are herbivorous insects that are members of the class of arthropods (jointed animals - books) with a sub-class of Insect. Grasshoppers are usually used as food for most people. However, because often damage crops, the grasshoppers are usually killed by using insectisida. Hope can help