Earwig Scorpionfly vs German Scorpionfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Earwig Scorpionfly | German Scorpionfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Merope tuber | Panorpa germanica |
| Order | Mecoptera | Mecoptera |
| Family | Meropeidae | Panorpidae |
| Size | 10-12 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Detritivores | Carrion Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Earwig Scorpionfly
An extremely rare and primitive scorpionfly with forcep-like cerci reminiscent of earwigs. It is nocturnal and found in leaf litter of old-growth eastern North American forests.
Did You Know?
Merope tuber is so rarely encountered that its biology and ecology remain largely mysterious despite being described over 150 years ago.
German Scorpionfly
A scorpionfly with bold wing markings found in shaded woodland habitats across central Europe. Like other Panorpa species, it has a distinctive elongated face.
Did You Know?
German scorpionflies frequently steal prey from spider webs, delicately plucking trapped insects without becoming ensnared themselves.