Mole Cricket

Natural Habitat

Subterranean; they live in lawns, gardens, and agricultural fields with loose, moist soil.

Diet & Feeding

Omnivorous; they feed on plant roots, tubers, and various soil-dwelling invertebrates like worms and grubs.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal and fossorial (adapted for digging); they use specialized front limbs to tunnel underground. Males produce a loud chirping sound from their burrows to attract mates.

Risks & Benefits

They can be significant lawn and agricultural pests by damaging root systems and creating tunnels. They are generally harmless to humans but provide a food source for birds and mammals.

Identified on: 6/4/2026