Cooloola Monster vs House Cricket
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cooloola Monster | House Cricket |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cooloola propator | Acheta domesticus |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Cooloolidae | Gryllidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 16-21 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Indoors |
| Diet | Predators | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Oceania | Europe, Asia, North America, Africa |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Cooloola Monster
A bizarre blind burrowing cricket found only in sandy soils of Queensland.
Did You Know?
It was only discovered in 1980 and represents its own unique family.
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.