Community identification
Field Cricket
Gryllus assimilis
- Order & Family
- Order: Orthoptera, Family: Gryllidae
- Size
- 1.5 to 2.5 cm
Natural Habitat
Fields, meadows, lawns, and under rocks or logs
Diet & Feeding
Omnivorous, feeding on plant material, decaying organic matter, and occasionally other insects
Behavior Patterns
Nocturnal creatures known for their distinctive chirping produced by rubbing their wings together. They are strong jumpers and hide during the day.
Risks & Benefits
Benefits include serving as a food source for birds, reptiles, and small mammals. Risks include becoming a minor agricultural pest or household nuisance if they enter buildings in large numbers.