African Mole Cricket vs Tree Locust
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Mole Cricket | Tree Locust |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gryllotalpa africana | Anacridium melanorhodon |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Gryllotalpidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 30-40 mm | 55-75 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Grasslands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia | Sahel region, North Africa, East Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Mole Cricket
A widespread mole cricket found across Africa and southern Asia, common in irrigated croplands and garden soils. It is considered a significant agricultural pest in rice paddies and vegetable gardens.
Did You Know?
In parts of Southeast Asia, mole crickets are collected and eaten as a protein-rich delicacy, fried or roasted.
Tree Locust
A large grey-brown locust with distinctive vertical stripes on its eyes and a rough thorax crest. It roosts in trees and can form small swarms.
Did You Know?
Unlike most locusts that rest on the ground, tree locusts spend most of their time roosting high in trees during the day.