Bug Identifier
Camel cricket (cave cricket)
Community identification

Camel cricket (cave cricket)

Rhaphidophoridae; species not identifiable from the photo

Order & Family
Orthoptera; Rhaphidophoridae
Size
Typically about 1–5 cm long, excluding antennae and legs.
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Natural Habitat

Moist, dark places such as caves, basements, crawl spaces, and leaf litter.

Diet & Feeding

Scavenges on decaying plant matter, fungi, and occasionally other small organisms.

Behavior Patterns

Wingless, long-legged, and active mainly at night; jumps readily when disturbed. Females lay eggs in damp soil or crevices.

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to people and not venomous; may damage fabrics or stored items when numerous, while helping recycle organic matter.