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European Earwig nymphs

Forficula auricularia

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Field Notes

Description:

Immature Earwigs or Pincer Bugs. They're nearly translucent with red eyes. These are in mid development. The adult can be seen at my other spotting: http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/166076021

Habitat:

Under a flat rock in the backyard. These are found in various locations around the US but were introduced from Europe.

Reference Links:

Species Forficula auricularia - European Earwig - BugGuide.Net

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (5)
CindyBinghamKeiser
Thank you Hema! I guess it's never too late to change professions ;) The Entomology field has very much interested me since joining PN. Maybe someday...
HemaShah
great spotting and great observation. you should have been an entomologist! Someone might bestow an honorary degree for you!!
CindyBinghamKeiser
You're welcome! Like I said, just a guess. The pattern is similar and it was in a tree. That's the only reason I mentioned it. Good luck :)
HemaShah
Thanks so much,appreciate your feedback. Length wise just about right for a cricket. Slimmer though.
HemaShah
http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/212196004 I need help with this one!

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National Geographic's Great Nature Project
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The Bug Chicks Sofa Safari

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PublishedMarch 16, 2014

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