Are crickets and locusts the same in Texas?

Crickets and locusts are not the same, although they belong to the same order, Orthoptera. Crickets are generally solitary insects known for their distinctive chirping sounds, while locusts are a type of grasshopper that can form large swarms under certain environmental conditions. In Texas, both insects are present, but they exhibit different behaviors and ecological roles. Therefore, while related, they are distinct species with different characteristics.