Metioche (cricket)

Metioche is a genus of cricket belonging to the subfamily Mogoplistinae (scaly crickets) within the family Mogoplistidae. These crickets are typically small and characterized by scales covering their bodies, providing them with a shimmering appearance. They are found in various tropical and subtropical regions around the world. Metioche species are generally nocturnal and inhabit leaf litter, under stones, and in similar sheltered environments. They are omnivorous, feeding on decaying organic matter and small invertebrates. The exact number of species within the genus Metioche is subject to ongoing taxonomic research and revision.