Blue-winged Grasshopper vs House Cricket
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue-winged Grasshopper | House Cricket |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oedipoda caerulescens | Acheta domesticus |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Acrididae | Gryllidae |
| Size | 15-28mm | 16-21 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Indoors |
| Diet | Predators | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, Africa | Europe, Asia, North America, Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Blue-winged Grasshopper
A well-camouflaged grasshopper that reveals bright blue hindwings when it flies. At rest it blends perfectly with bare ground. The flash of blue startles predators during escape flights.
Did You Know?
The sudden flash of blue wings during flight confuses predators, then it vanishes when it lands and folds them.
House Cricket
A light brown cricket commonly found in and around human dwellings. It is widely farmed as a protein source and as feeder insects for pets.
Did You Know?
House crickets are now farmed on an industrial scale and processed into flour containing over 65% protein by weight.