Molecular Toxonomy of Caelifera, Orthoptera from Morocco

Abstract

The taxonomic analysis of Orthoptera relies on phenotypic, genotypic, and biological traits. However, outdated data hinders the accuracy of morphological identification. Creation of a genomic database focusing on the controversial Caelifera species that cause difficulty in identification is required. This study identified six species from the Moroccan Middle Atlas using both morphological and molecular traits. Analysis of two subspecies of the species viz., Dociostaurus jagoi occidentalis from the high altitudes of the Middle Atlas has led to suspension of countermeasures against these.