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House Cricket (Acheta
domesticus)
Prevalence : Widespread |
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Appearance
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3/4 to 1 inch long, light yellowish-brown, with three darker brown bands
on the head. |
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Habits :
Nocturnal; live outdoors, but may be
found indoors in warm areas, particularly the kitchen, basement,
fireplace, or in cracks; make a distinctive chirping sound. |
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Diet :
Eat or drink almost anything that is
available, especially crumbs and food scraps. |
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Reproduction
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Eggs deposited singly in crevices and
behind baseboards; 40 to 170 eggs laid at one stage; egg stage lasts
eight to 12 weeks. |
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Other Information
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May bite when captured. |
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