Field Cricket

Found in lawns, gardens, pastures, and often enter homes during late summer or early fall for warmth and food.

Omnivorous; they eat plants, organic debris, seeds, and occasionally other insects.

Primarily nocturnal. Males produce a 'chirping' sound by rubbing their wings together to attract females. They are active from spring until the first heavy frost.

Generally harmless to humans but can be a nuisance due to loud chirping or damage to fabrics/papers if they enter homes in large numbers. Benefit ecosystems as a food source for birds and small mammals.