What is another word for field cricket?
Pronunciation: [fˈiːld kɹˈɪkɪt] (IPA) 
The field cricket is also known as the Gryllus pennsylvanicus, one of the most common and easily recognizable crickets in North America. Often seen in fields and meadows, this cricket has several synonyms, such as the black field cricket, rural cricket, and common field cricket. It is also referred to as the Pennsylvania cricket, as it was first described in Pennsylvania in the early 19th century. This nocturnal insect produces a distinctive chirping sound, which is often used as a background sound in movies and TV shows set in the countryside. Field cricket populations are threatened by habitat loss and pesticide use, making their conservation an important priority.
