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Pygmy Grasshoppers (Orthoptera: Tetrigidae) of Peninsular Malaysia

This thesis is a comprehensive faunistic paper on pygmy grasshoppers (Orthoptera: Tetrigidae) fauna of Peninsular Malaysia. Until now, the region officially counted only 15 species and 1 subspecies of this family, a very small number when compared to neighbouring countries. By examining all available literature, existing specimens collections, and additional fieldwork research, a total of 55 species is listed for Peninsular Malaysia. Out of those, 34 species are backed by specimens deposited at local universities, while remaining 21 species need additional research for confirmation of their current status. All examined species are represented with specimen photographs and described in detail along with comparison to morphologically close species. Additional comments are given for each examined species on the subject of its habitat, ecology, distribution, possible misidentifications, and insufficiencies in specimen collections, all serving as basis for future research of this family in the region.

biogeography, checklist, entomology, Southeast Asia, taxonomy

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