Cricket

On the surface of the green leaves that stretched out like a small ocean, I found a small creature relaxing. My attention was drawn to its extremely long antennae, exceeding its body size. However, the antennae were unbalanced on the left and right sides. One was short and the other long. The short one seemed broken, as I could see the tip was no longer smooth and pointed.

Although unbalanced, it still moved in rhythm. Throughout my time there, the antennae continued to move up and down in a fluid motion. If you look closely, the movements of the antennae resembled the fingers of a drummer trying to find the rhythm. At first glance, the movements may seem simple, but upon closer inspection, each movement holds profound meaning, and the atmosphere feels more alive.

Its plump body is equally beautiful, adorned with attractive patterns, such as the fine segments found on old wood. These patterns not only enhance its beauty but also serve as perfect camouflage. It has six legs. The front and middle legs appear slimmer, while the hind legs are larger and stronger. Even more striking is the pair of cerci on its buttocks, which resemble antennae. Cerci are not found in other insects, they are feelers.

Have you encountered this unique creature so far? It's a cricket, an insect that likes to sing at night. I hear them singing almost every night. But when they're singing, no one shows up. They're holding a hidden concert. It's for listening, not watching.