Hemiandrus Earwig vs Toothed Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hemiandrus Earwig | Toothed Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hemimerus talpoides | Spongovostox ghilianii |
| Order | Dermaptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Hemimeridae | Forficulidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Sub-Saharan Africa | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Hemiandrus Earwig
A blind, wingless earwig that lives exclusively as a commensal on giant pouched rats. Its cerci are modified into short, unsegmented claspers rather than the typical forceps.
Did You Know?
Unlike all other earwigs, Hemimerus gives birth to live young that develop inside the mother via a placenta-like structure.
Toothed Earwig
A large earwig with heavily toothed forceps found in southern European forests.
Did You Know?
Its forceps bear multiple teeth along the inner edge for gripping prey.