Physical Characteristics of Crickets in Phoenix
- Colors range from brown to black
- All species have an antennae spanning up to the length of the abdomen
- Front wings can cover up to half the length of abdomen
Cricket Behavior
- Mating calls are produced by males who rub their forewings together
- Active at night
- Dwell under rocks, wood and grass
Phoenix Food Sources
- Omnivorous and prefer to feed on organic and decomposing materials
- Will resort to cannibalizing their dead when no other food sources are present
Life Cycle
- Eggs hatch in Spring after being laid in Autumn
- Lifespan ranges several weeks to under approximately 12 months
- Unable to survive at temperatures below 32 degrees
Related Cricket Information and Warnings
- Can destroy crops and vegetation
- Crickets who find their way into a home might feed on fabrics such as linen, wool, cotton and silk
If you notice a Cricket or have feel as though you have an infestation in your Phoenix property please feel free to call Bug Guardian at (480)345-2847.