Gryllacrididae
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Camptonotus
leaf-rolling crickets
Camptonotus is a genus of leaf-rolling crickets in the family Gryllacrididae, characterized by their habit of constructing shelters from leaves. The genus was established by Philip Reese Uhler in 1864. Species in this genus are found in the Americas, with the type species being Camptonotus carolinensis. These crickets are notable prey for certain wasp species, including the Katydid Wasp (Sphex nudus).
Camptonotus carolinensis
Carolina leaf-roller, Carolina Leafroller Cricket
Camptonotus carolinensis, commonly known as the Carolina leaf-roller, is a species of raspy cricket in the family Gryllacrididae. It occurs in the eastern United States and has been recorded from states including Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Missouri, and Ontario, Canada. The species is notable as prey for the katydid wasp Sphex nudus, which has been observed carrying paralyzed individuals to its nest.