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European Earwig, immature stages
Forficula auricularia
40.7912, -73.2018
Field Notes
Description:
Distinctly shaped insect with a long body and abdominal forceps. Immature stages have thinner forceps and are somewhat smaller. Occasionally, white ones can be found. These are ones that have recently molted.
Habitat:
Suburban backyard in dark areas (inside of shed door and wooden fence gate.
Notes:
Introduced species that has established itself well. Found in great numbers in our yard.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedMarch 1, 2013
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