While some players haven’t seen the elusive bug, many players have definitely heard it. Even when it is not visible, the bug makes a distinct noise similar to that of a cicada.
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Mole crickets were in Animal Crossing since the original game and have returned in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. They generally prefer the colder months as they appear from November to May in the Northern Hemisphere and from May to November in the Southern Hemisphere.
In order to find and catch this bug, players need to listen out for it. Mole crickets make a sound similar that sounds like quick, but low pitched chirping. From there, players should take out their shovel and slowly walk around until they hear where it seems to be at its most loud.
Once players believe they’ve found the loudest spot, they should use their shovel to dig around the area until the mole cricket pops out when a hole is being dug up. Then players should quickly take out their nets and catch it before it despawns.
Mole crickets only go for a base price of 500 bells when being sold to Nook’s Cranny, but they will have a nice personal spot in the back of the bug section of the museum after being donated.
It is recommended that players fill in holes after digging them if no mole cricket comes out, as too many holes can become obstacles when it comes to actually catching the creature. Catching all bugs is highly recommended, as after the bug section of the critterpedia is filled, players will be able to get the recipe for the gold net. The gold net is far more sturdy than any other net available in Animal Crossing: New Horizons.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons is out now exclusively for the Nintendo Switch.
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