Mole Cricket (Exuviae/Nymph)

Natural Habitat

Underground in moist soil, gardens, and turfgrass; they are rarely seen above ground except after heavy rains or during mating flights.

Diet & Feeding

The diet includes plant roots, organic matter, and small soil-dwelling invertebrates depending on the specific species.

Behavior Patterns

They are highly adapted for digging with powerful spade-like front legs. They are nocturnal and spend most of their life cycle in subterranean tunnels.

Risks & Benefits

Primarily considered a turf and agricultural pest because their tunneling and root feeding can damage lawns and crops. They do not pose a direct venomous or physical risk to humans.

Identified on: 1/10/2026