Cricket (Field) in natural habitat
Least Concern

Cricket (Field)

Gryllus pennsylvanicus

About

Crickets are insects known for their chirping sounds, which are produced by rubbing their front wings together. Field crickets are common in North America and are often heard at night. They are an important food source for many animals.

Habitat

Grasslands, forests, and urban areas of North America

Diet

Omnivorous - plants, insects, and decaying matter

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Fun Facts

  • Only male crickets chirp, and they do so to attract females and establish territory.
  • The temperature can be estimated by counting the number of cricket chirps in 15 seconds and adding 37.
  • Crickets have been kept as pets in some cultures for their song.

Conservation

StatusLeast Concern

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