Black Earwig vs Hop-Garden Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black Earwig | Hop-Garden Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chelisoches morio | Forficula lesnei |
| Order | Dermaptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Chelisochidae | Forficulidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 9-13 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Gardens |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | Asia, Oceania | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Black Earwig
A glossy black earwig with reddish legs commonly found in tropical regions. It is often associated with banana plantations and palm trees.
Did You Know?
The black earwig has been spread throughout the tropics via the banana trade and is now pantropical in distribution.
Hop-Garden Earwig
A small earwig closely related to the European earwig but distinguished by its shorter wing cases. It is found in southern European gardens and orchards.
Did You Know?
This species was long confused with the European earwig and was only recognized as distinct in the early twentieth century.