Cricket

Natural Habitat

Found in various habitats including grasslands, forests, underground burrows, and occasionally indoors, especially in damp areas.

Diet & Feeding

Omnivorous, feeding on decayed plant material, fungi, seedlings, and sometimes other small insects.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal, known for their distinctive chirping sound produced by males rubbing their wings together (stridulation). They are generally solitary but can form aggregations. They undergo incomplete metamorphosis.

Risks & Benefits

Generally harmless to humans, though some species can be considered minor household pests if found indoors in large numbers. In some cultures, they are eaten as food (entomophagy) or kept as pets for their song. They can be beneficial for breaking down organic matter in ecosystems.

Identified on: 10/4/2025