Our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Crickets
Frequently asked questions about crickets:
Crickets are good for food for birds and invertebrates.
Crickets are not dangerous.
Crickets are nocturnal. Males make a chirping sound at night by rubbing the edges of their forewings together to call for female mates.
Crickets are not harmful so they do not need to be killed.
Crickets carry several diseases which, although having the ability to cause painful sores, are not fatal to humans. These numerous diseases can be spread through their bite, physical contact, or their feces.
Crickets live for about 8-10 weeks once adults and die of old age. Cooling temperatures later in the year will often kill adult crickets.
Crickets may be a nuisance in your house as they make a lot of noise.
People who keep reptiles often find crickets in their houses that have escaped from the reptile enclosures or the reptile’s food.
Crickets do not hate any sound.
