Hadenoecus

Hadenoecus is a common cave cricket of the southeastern United States. The Mammoth Cave system in central Kentucky is populated by the species "Hadenoecus subterraneous".

An interesting characteristic of these crickets is their long antennae and powerful rear legs which allow for quick movement in the dark cave system. When threatened, "H. subterraneous" will jump and turn up to 180 degrees before landing again and jumping in another direction. This is suspected to throw off predators.

Much research has been conducted on the ecosystems of which the cave cricket is a part. Researchers include: Tom Poulson (University of Illinois, Chicago); Kathleen Lavoie (University of Michigan, Flint) and Eugene Studier (University of Michigan, Flint).