The Cricket (Gryllidae) is a tiny but noisy insect, instantly recognisable by the sound it makes.
What sound does a Cricket make? A Cricket makes a steady, chirping trill. Press the play button above to hear a real Cricket chirp and listen to exactly how it sounds.
Crickets chirp by rubbing their wings together, and you can roughly estimate the temperature by counting the chirps. Listening closely is a lovely way to get to know the Cricket and tell it apart from other insects.
Insects make sound to attract mates and mark their presence. For the Cricket, these sounds are an important part of daily life.
Tap play to listen to the Cricket, then explore more animal sounds in our free library. Whether you are a curious child, a parent, or a teacher, it is a fun and easy way to learn how Crickets really sound.