House Cricket
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House Cricket
Acheta domesticus
House Crickets are chirpy little bugs that live in homes and gardens. They sing at night, making a lovely sound!
Habitat: Homes and gardens
Appearance
The House Cricket is yellowish-brown with three distinctive dark bands across its head. It has long, slender antennae that are often longer than its body, and prominent hind legs adapted for jumping. Its body is flattened with wings folded flat over its back.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderOrthopteraFamilyGryllidaeGenusAcheta
Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Interesting facts
A cricket's antennae can be much longer than its entire body, helping it explore.
Crickets have their 'ears' on their front legs, allowing them to hear danger approaching!
In many parts of the world, House Crickets are considered a delicious snack!
You can estimate the outdoor temperature by counting a cricket's chirps!
Special abilities
Ability
Singing Serenade
House Crickets can create loud chirping sounds by rubbing their wings together to attract mates and warn others.
Ability
Mighty Leapers
House Crickets have powerful hind legs that help them jump incredibly far and fast to escape from predators.
Ability
Night Vision
House Crickets have compound eyes that help them see very well in low light, making them active at night.
Measurements & details
- Wingspan
- 15-25 mm
- Size
- 16-21 mm
- Lifespan
- 60-90 days
- Leg Count
- 6
Diet & Feeding
House Crickets are omnivores, munching on almost anything from plants to tiny bugs and leftovers.
Primary Foods
- grains
- seeds
- young plants
- fruit scraps
- small insects
- detritus
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
Traits
Wildlife
Wildlife encompasses all undomesticated animal and plant life existing in their natural habitats.
Singing
Singing animals produce complex vocalizations, often for purposes of attracting mates, defending territory, or communicating within their species.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Nocturnal
Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day.
Also known as
Acheta domesticus
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Safety
Danger
2/5 · Low
Do not touch or pick up. Some insects sting or bite. Ask an adult for help.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is House Cricket's wingspan?
15-25 mm
How big is House Cricket?
16-21 mm
How long does House Cricket live?
60-90 days
What does House Cricket eat?
House Crickets are omnivores, munching on almost anything from plants to tiny bugs and leftovers.
Where is House Cricket usually found?
Homes and gardens
How does House Cricket hunt?
Foraging
How many legs does House Cricket have?
6
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