Crickets and the melodic sounds that they make at night are in danger: a report in which more than 150 international specialists participated alerted that 25.7% of the 1,082 species that exist of that insect along with grasshoppers could become extinct in Europe. Cultivation in the places of their original habitat and the use of pesticides are the main causes of this threat.
There are several reasons why these orthopterans should not disappear: they’re a source of food for birds, reptiles, and even humans. Chapulines are a dish of Mexican cuisine that provides a large amount of protein and low fat. On the other hand, these species indicate the health and biodiversity of the lands with pastures.