Chinese cricket cages, also known as "singing cricket cages," have a long history in Chinese culture. They date back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD) and have been popular in China for over a thousand years. Cricket fighting was a popular pastime among the Chinese nobility and these cages were used to keep and raise crickets for fighting.
The cages were typically made of bamboo or wood and were designed to mimic the natural habitat of the crickets, with layers of soil and small plants. The cages were also decorated with intricate carvings and designs.
Cricket fighting was not just a hobby but also believed to bring good luck and prosperity to the owner. The practice of keeping crickets in cages was popular among the upper class, and the cages were considered status symbols.
In addition to cricket fighting, the singing of crickets was also highly valued and appreciated more...
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