Bat Earwig vs Cigarette Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bat Earwig | Cigarette Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Arixenia esau | Lasioderma serricorne |
| Order | Dermaptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Arixeniidae | Ptinidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Gardens |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, Borneo, Philippines | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Not Evaluated |
Bat Earwig
A remarkable wingless earwig that lives exclusively in bat caves, clinging to the bodies and roosting areas of naked bulldog bats. It has reduced eyes and modified forceps.
Did You Know?
Arixeniidae and Hemimeridae are the only earwig families that are viviparous, giving birth to live young.
Cigarette Beetle
A tiny, reddish-brown beetle that infests stored tobacco, spices, and dried foods. It is one of the most widespread stored-product pests.
Did You Know?
It can chew through tin foil and even reportedly survives eating dried chili peppers.