Camel crickets are identified by which behaviors?

• A. Bright colors and swift running
• B. High jumping ability and upside-down resting state
• C. Nocturnal singing
• D. Nest-building in insulation

Answer: (B)

Camel crickets are identified by their ability to jump powerfully and by resting in an upside-down position. They have strong hind legs for quick, long jumps when disturbed, rather than relying on running speed. In damp, dark places like basements or crawl spaces, they often sit in a posture that can look inverted, which helps distinguish them from other crickets. They do not sing, and they do not build nests in insulation, which is why those options don’t fit. Their appearance is generally pale brown and wingless, reinforcing that jumping and the distinctive resting posture are the telltale behaviors.