Field Crickets
Most field crickets are black, but may also be brown or an even lighter “straw” color. Adults grow to between 1/2 and 1-1/8 of an inch in length. They are winged insects that have wings that lay flat against their backs and bend down on their sides. Adult males use their wings to create their distinctive “chirping” sound. They have thin antennae that are longer than their bodies. Field crickets have stout bodies and are powerful jumpers due to their large back legs. Their nymphs look very similar to the adults; they are just smaller and do not have fully developed wings.
Where are field crickets found?
Like many other occasional invaders, field crickets prefer dark, moist areas and are often found outside under mulch, garden plants, woodpiles, landscaping logs, leaf piles, and rocks. Field crickets are attracted to light and may accidentally find their way inside. Quad Cities homeowners often discover they have house guests when they hear chirping coming from inside their homes. Field crickets can’t survive inside for very long, but while they’re inside they may cause damage to clothing, furniture, and other personal items located in storage areas like closets, basements, and attics.
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