| DESCRIPTION |
20 - 28 mm in length with females generally larger than males this greyish-brown cricket has wings longer than the marbled brown abdomen which in itself is a major ID feature. The underside of the abdomen is yellowish-green and the female has an upturned ovipositor. |
| BEHAVIOUR |
The call of this species is similar to a steam train with the wings being rubbed together around three times per second. |
| DISTRIBUTION |
Only found along the south coast where it is relatively common. |
| HABITAT |
Mainly coastal with shingle, south facing cliffs and long grass the more favourable areas. |
| PERIOD |
May to Autumn. |
