| Scientific name | Diestrammena asynamora |
|---|---|
| Group | Other Insects |
| Size | 13–19 mm (up to about 0.75 in) |
| Colors | Brown and Tan |
| Legs | 6 legs |
| Wings | No (as usually seen) |
| Where found | Basement or garage |
| Most active | Summer and Fall |
| Bites | No |
| Stings | No |
| Risk level | Harmless |
How to identify it
The camel cricket is a medium-sized member of the other insects group. Crickets, fleas, lice, mantises, dragonflies and other groups. Check for these three features:
- Arched, humpbacked brown body
- Extremely long hind legs and antennae
- No wings and no chirping
About this bug
A humpbacked, wingless cricket with very long legs and antennae that lives in basements, crawl spaces and garages. It jumps toward threats, which startles many people.
You'll usually find camel crickets in basements and garages. They are most active in summer and fall.
Is it dangerous?
Camel crickets don't bite or spread disease; they point to damp conditions.
Our rating: Harmless, meaning it poses no real threat to people, pets or property.
When you'll see camel crickets
Camel Crickets are most active in summer and fall. Summer heat speeds up development, so populations can grow quickly. In fall, many bugs look for shelter, and some move toward or into buildings.
Typical places to check: basement or garage.
About other insects
The camel cricket is one of the other insects. This group covers insects from several orders, including crickets, grasshoppers, fleas, lice, mantises, dragonflies, lacewings and planthoppers. Their life cycles vary widely: fleas and lacewings go through complete metamorphosis, while crickets, grasshoppers, mantises and lice grow gradually through nymph stages.
Check the specific profile for timing, because each of these insects has its own season and habits.
What to do about it
- Dehumidify basements and crawl spaces
- Seal door sweeps and foundation vents
- Place sticky traps along walls and in corners
Bugs that look similar
Size: House Crickets are larger, reaching 21 mm, while camel crickets top out around 19 mm.
Group: Camel Cricket belongs to other insects, while wolf spider belongs to spiders. Crickets, fleas, lice, mantises, dragonflies and other groups.
Frequently asked questions
What does a camel cricket look like?
Arched, humpbacked brown body. Adults measure 13–19 mm (up to about 0.75 in).
Does the camel cricket bite or sting?
It does not bite. It does not sting. Camel crickets don't bite or spread disease; they point to damp conditions.
Where do camel crickets live?
Camel Crickets live in basements and garages.
When are camel crickets most active?
Mostly in summer and fall.