Swarms of Mormon crickets are invading parts of the US, prompting comparisons online to a biblical plague described in the Book of Revelation.

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Millions of cannibalistic Mormon crickets have descended on Nevada, Oregon and Idaho, prompting fears that the pestilence could decimate crops and create dangerously slick conditions on roads.

ELKO, Nevada (KLAS/NEXSTAR) — It may only be a few inches long but it’s cannibalistic and can create disgust and disruption. A small Nevada town is being overrun with the so-called Mormon crickets.

Nevada residents are locking themselves inside their homes — but not by choice. A recent infestation of Mormon crickets in Nevada has forced homeowners to stay indoors, as millions of these insects ...