After the rainy season is over they dig burrows underground, emerging only at night to feed.

Male stomatopods dig burrows, to which they try to attract females.

It usually dug burrows at a depth of 15 cm under bushes.

Although they dig burrows, they usually build nests above ground.

They dig burrows that are connected to water sources.

They dig underground burrows or rest in swamps to keep cool during the heat of the day.

They make runways through the surface vegetation and also dig underground burrows.

They dig burrows with numerous entrances, and have been known to store food.

They are also known to dig burrows as shelters during the dry seasons.

Their short but vigorous legs are used to dig burrows.