Ornithacris [1] is a genus of grasshoppers in the subfamily Cyrtacanthacridinae.

[2] These are large insects, recognisable by their brightly coloured wings when caught: although they are difficult to catch being strong fliers.

Species are found throughout Africa, south of the Sahara and may be moderately significant to minor agricultural pests.

[3] The Orthoptera Species File[2] lists: