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Acheta Domestica

Description:

Acheta domestica, commonly known as the house cricket, is a species of cricket that is popularly kept as a pet, used as live food for reptiles, or utilized in laboratory experiments. This small insect belongs to the family Gryllidae and is known for its distinctive chirping sound.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A small cricket species (Acheta domestica) commonly found in human dwellings. It is often kept as a pet or used as feeder insects in the reptile-keeping hobby.

Example sentence: The sound of the Acheta domestica chirping in the cage provided a soothing ambiance in the room.

Sense 2:

Noun: The Acheta domestica or house cricket used as live food for reptiles and amphibians.

Example sentence: Sarah fed her pet leopard gecko with Acheta domestica to ensure it received the necessary nutrition.

Sense 3:

Noun: Acheta domestica, a common insect species utilized in laboratory experiments and scientific research.

Example sentence: The Acheta domestica proved to be a suitable subject for the genetic study due to its ease of handling and rapid reproduction.

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