Eastern Lubber Grasshopper vs Black Field Cricket
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Eastern Lubber Grasshopper | Black Field Cricket |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Romalea microptera | Teleogryllus commodus |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Romaleidae | Gryllidae |
| Size | 50-80 mm | Body 25-30 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Australia, New Zealand |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Eastern Lubber Grasshopper
A large, brightly colored grasshopper with short wings that cannot fly. Its bold yellow, red, and black coloration warns predators of its toxic secretions.
Did You Know?
When threatened, lubber grasshoppers secrete a foul-smelling, toxic froth from their thoracic spiracles that can sicken birds.
Black Field Cricket
A common black cricket whose chirping song is a familiar sound of Australian summer nights. It is widespread across Australia and has been introduced to New Zealand.
Did You Know?
Females choose mates based on the quality and complexity of the male's chirping song.