King Cricket - male. Spend day in underground burrows emerging at night to feed on small animals and plant material. Grahamstown - Eastern Cape - South Africa. Fam: Anostostomatidae (can also beMimnermidae)

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King Cricket - male. Spend day in underground burrows emerging at night to feed on small animals and plant material. Grahamstown - Eastern Cape - South Africa. Fam: Anostostomatidae (can also beMimnermidae)

ASW-4673
King Cricket - male
Grahamstown - Eastern Cape - South Africa
Spend day in underground burrows emerging at night to feed on small animals and plant material. Fam: Anostostomatidae (can also beMimnermidae)
Alan J. S. Weaving
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Cricket Crickets Nocturnal South Africa

EDITORS COMMENTS
Meet the King of the Night! ASW-4673, a male King Cricket from Grahamstown, Eastern Cape in South Africa, takes center stage in this photo. With his majestic presence and fascinating lifestyle, he truly reigns over the underground burrows during the day and emerges at night to satisfy his hunger for small animals and plant material. This nocturnal creature belongs to the Anostostomatidae family (or sometimes known as Mimnermidae), showcasing its unique characteristics within the insect kingdom. Its vibrant colors and intricate details make it a true masterpiece of nature's design. Captured by Alan Weaving, this wildlife print transports us straight into the heart of Africa's enchanting wilderness. The image perfectly encapsulates both beauty and mystery; you can almost hear the symphony of chirping crickets under a starlit sky. Whether you're an insect enthusiast or simply appreciate Mother Nature's wonders, this single shot is bound to leave you awe-inspired. So let your imagination wander through African landscapes as you admire this extraordinary cricket - an emblematic symbol of resilience and adaptability. Remember: This incredible photograph is not associated with any commercial use but rather serves as a reminder that our world is full of astonishing creatures waiting to be discovered.

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