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Earwig

Forficula Auricularia

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Description:

Earwigs are a small type of beetle who have membranous wings and can fly but rarely do. They are nocturnal and molt five times a year. They are pests to plants and crops.

Habitat:

North America, South America, New Zealand, Australia, Africa,

Reference Links:

Ecdysis, Search - BugGuide.Net

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