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Article: Grasshoppers' invasion delights residents in Kohima
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- The Hindustan Times
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- June 29, 2008
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Kohima (Nagaland), June 29 -- Catching a grasshopper is something many children enjoy for the thrill it involves. But in the State capital of Nagaland, Kohima, several people of all age have occupied themselves, especially at night, to collect grasshoppers in bags and bottles.
People in Kohima are observing the unusual phenomena here these days, as a huge number of grasshoppers have invaded the city. These grasshoppers are spread in different parts of the town, especially visible where the high mast streetlights are present.
The insect gathering becomes all the more interesting as after clipping their wings and legs, ...