History and discovery Parktown prawn






libanasidus vittatus unknown within johannesburg before 1960s; first known specimen found in barberton in 1899 william forsell kirby. became prevalent after 1960, when johannesburg began expand rapidly in size. reason increase in insect s numbers unclear, although have done better in urban environment in wild, , has been suggested ecological controlling factor absent in suburban habitat.


johannesburg on south african highveld , has dry climate, unsuitable habitat parktown prawn. arrival of suburban dwellers, irrigated gardens provided lush, forest-like conditions, environment more suited king crickets. suburbs in johannesburg green , leafy, , represent radical transformation of local flora.








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