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European mole cricket

Gryllotalpa gryllotalpa

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (United States). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇮🇪 Ireland 🇺🇸 United States 🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (artrópode)

Class

Insecta (inseto)

Order

Orthoptera (Orthoptera)

Species

Gryllotalpa gryllotalpa (European mole cricket)

Names in Other Languages

French La Courtilière commune

German Maulwurfsgrille

Similar Species in Gryllotalpa

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Vineyard Mole-cricket

Gryllotalpa vineae

Least Concern

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Seventeen-chromosome Mole-cricket

Gryllotalpa septemdecimchromosomica

Data Deficient

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of European mole cricket?

The scientific name of European mole cricket is Gryllotalpa gryllotalpa. It belongs to the genus Gryllotalpa.

What is the conservation status of European mole cricket?

European mole cricket (Gryllotalpa gryllotalpa) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does European mole cricket live?

European mole cricket is found in Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (United States). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Ireland, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does European mole cricket belong to?

European mole cricket (Gryllotalpa gryllotalpa) belongs to the genus Gryllotalpa, which is part of the taxonomic family Gryllotalpidae.

Is European mole cricket endangered?

Yes, European mole cricket (Gryllotalpa gryllotalpa) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does European mole cricket belong to?

European mole cricket (Gryllotalpa gryllotalpa) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of European mole cricket?

The closest relatives of European mole cricket in the genus Gryllotalpa include Vineyard Mole-cricket, Seventeen-chromosome Mole-cricket.