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Stenopelmatus sp.
Nearctica.com lists 8 species of Stenopelmatus Capinera states the genus needs revision, with 14 species currently described in the family, but more than 60 North American species likely--most presumably in this genus.
7000'
Digging through recently hoed garden. Teasdale, Utah
Excellent shot.
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We always called them Potato Bugs but I've heard Jerusalem Cricket too. So big!
Hi there. Since you know it's "Stenopelmatus sp.," please go ahead and put that in the scientific name box. That way the spotting will come off the "unidentified" list. Thanks and great photo! :-)