Gryllus assimilis insect

Gryllus assimilis (Gryllus assimilis) is a type of cricket species of insect, which is mainly found in North, Central and South America. It is also known as "Jamaican Field Cricket". Insects of this species are usually black or dark brown in color and have small feather-like parts on their bodies. They can easily adapt to different climates and are often used in research, as a food source and as pet food.Gryllus assimilates, also known as the "black cricket" or "field cricket", is common in fields, crop fields and open spaces in Bangladesh, especially in rural areas. It is more active during summer and monsoon and propagates easily in hot and humid environment.

This insect brings many benefits to nature. Some of its notable benefits are:

Recycling of organic matter: This insect recycles the soil by eating decaying plants, fruits, and other organic matter, which helps in increasing soil fertility.

Pet food: Gryllus assimilates is rich in protein, making it an excellent food for pets, especially lizards, snakes, birds, and large fish.

Food supply for natural predators: In the natural environment, these insects serve as food for many predatory birds, mammals and reptiles, helping to balance the food web.

Reduced need for pesticides: Helps control harmful pests and can help reduce the use of pesticides in agriculture, which is good for the environment.

Uses in research: Gryllus assimilates is used as a standard model in zoology, toxicology and nutritional studies.

Because of these benefits, Gryllus assimilates insects are very important to the environment.

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Camera used	Smartphone
Lens	Cell phone camera
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Photograph	Gryllus assimilis
Location	Meherpur, Bangladesh
Photographer	@najidulislam

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Link to original	community
Link	https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/249259593

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Latitude	Longitude	Map
23.83475	88.80904	https://www.openstreetmap.org/#map=11/23.8221/88.7462