@explainedanimals on Instagram: "The potato bug, or Jerusalem cricket, is a large, wingless insect known for its round head, strong jaws, and striped abdomen. Despite its intimidating look, it’s not aggressive and rarely bites unless handled. It lives mostly underground, coming out at night to feed on roots, tubers, and decaying plant matter. Jerusalem crickets are slow movers and rely on vibration and sound to communicate, producing soft hissing or drumming noises by rubbing their bodies agains