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Earwig

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Earwig

Forficula auricularia

Earwigs feed on decaying plant material and small insects, using their pincers to grasp or defend themselves. Despite myths, they rarely go near human ears, let alone crawl into them. On Lihou, you might find them concealed under stones or crevices in wood, emerging at night to forage in leaf litter or among low vegetation.

  • Habitat: Gardens, coastal shrubs, under debris or stones.
  • When to See: Active spring through autumn, though can shelter in cracks year-round.
  • Length: 10–15 mm