Field Cricket Identification & Prevention

Field crickets are sometimes confused with the lesser-known ground cricket; the best way to tell the two apart is that field crickets are larger.

Description

Field crickets are a larger cricket species with adults growing to between 1/2 to 1 inch in length. Adults are winged and are dark brown or black; they use their large hind legs jumping.

Biology and Behavior

two field crickets on a rock looking at each other

Male field crickets use their wings to create a shrill, high-pitched chirping sound.
Field crickets scavenge for plants and other insects to feed on; they do not cause enough damage to plants to be considered a garden pest.
They live underneath mulch, rocks, woodpiles, and other objects that provide a damp, dark environment.
Inside homes, field crickets will seek shelter in damp, dark areas like basements, under sinks, in crawl spaces, and other like areas.
Field crickets are attracted to lights and can be seen on sidewalks or pavement under street lights or gathered on decks and porches attracted to outdoor lighting.
These crickets are typically found living outdoors but may enter buildings in large numbers to seek warmth.
Inside, field crickets may cause damage to fabrics, paper, and other personal belongings.

Field Cricket Prevention Tips

Seal all cracks and crevices found in your home's foundation.
Install door sweeps underneath all exterior doors.
Make sure that vents are secure and have tight-fitting covers.
Place woodpiles a distance away from the exterior of your home.
Keep clutter to a minimum inside your home so that an infestation can be easily found and eliminated.

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