Feild Crickets

FIELD CRICKETS

High numbers of crickets can damage garden plants outdoors and indoors, can cause damage to natural and synthetic fabrics, furs and carpeting.

Field crickets are dark brown to black in color, 9/16 – 1” long. Also known as house crickets or common crickets. Have well-developed hind legs for jumping.
Adult females are recognizable because of the sword-like egg laying structure (ovipositor) at the end of their abdomen.
Females also have fully developed wings, versus the modified wingpad of the males. Females deposit eggs in moist soil or sand. After 15 to 25 days, nymphs hatch from the eggs.

As many as three generations may be produced per year. Adult males chirp to claim dominance over territory and to attract females. All crickets can “chirp” but males chirp louder and more frequently.

Field crickets live in cool dark and damp habitats like caves, plumbing, under rocks, damp basements and storage sheds. Crickets are especially attracted to chicken feed or dry dog food. Crickets typically spend the day in warm, dark places and emerge at night to feed.

Their diets consist of mostly plant material, but are only considered a nuisance when found in large numbers. Field crickets are important decomposers in the ecosystem, consuming large quantities of cellulose rich plant materials, then, greatly accelerating the energy and nutrient flows in an ecosystem.
Fun fact: Crickets are one of the more effective baits for sunfish, bluegill and catfish. And are also used as a food source for pet reptiles.

EXPERTS IN PEST CONTROL SINCE 1970!

Enter your information or call
(816) 279-2000

By clicking “GET ESTIMATE” I authorize Preferred Pest Control to contact me at this number. I understand I am not required to make a purchase.

PREFERRED PEST CONTROL

At Preferred Pest Control & Home Inspections, we offer comprehensive indoor and outdoor pest extermination and treatment services to stop infestations at their source. Our qualified exterminators are equipped to inspect your home environment, identify the scope of the problem, and determine the best course of action to eliminate those unwanted pests.

And when you hire us, you’ll benefit from our:

  • Reasonable pest extermination rates.

  • Easy, convenient appointment scheduling.

  • Dedication to your safety and comfort.

If you think you might have a pest problem, don’t wait to get help. Call today for more information or to request an estimate.

As the leading pest extermination provider in NW Missouri and NE Kansas, we're equipped to handle any pest that may pop up and protect your property from future problems.

AREAS WE SERVICE

servicemap

Atchison, KS

Cameron, MO

Gower, MO

Kansas City, MO

King City, MO

Maryville, MO

Mound City, MO

Oregon, MO

Savannah, MO

St. Joseph, MO

Troy, KS

Hiawatha, KS

If you don't see your city on the map, that doesn't mean we can't service your area. Please contact us if you have any questions.