Dermaptera · Introduced

European earwig

Forficula auricularia

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FIELD CHARACTERS

What to look for

A flattened brown insect with forceps at the end of the abdomen.

Observe at dusk or at the edge of sheltered garden material.

Identification limits

Forceps are an earwig trait, not proof of this species. Disturb shelter as little as possible.

These introductory notes and broad habitat associations do not replace a species key.

VICTORIA · ALL LIFE STAGES

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