Earwig

Order - DERMAPTERA Common species is Forficula auricularia

Appearance

• 9/16"–7/8" long with forceps at the hind end.

• Forceps are curved in the male and straight in the female.

• Dark brown in colour.

Lifecycle

• Female lays around 30 eggs are laid in soil.

• Female looks after eggs and young until they are ready to disperse.

• One generation per year.

Habits

• Adults are nocturnal and seek crevices and cavities for harbourage.

• Earwigs are harmless although forceps can give a slight nip.