Hop-Garden Earwig vs Maritime Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hop-Garden Earwig | Maritime Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Forficula lesnei | Anisolabis maritima |
| Order | Dermaptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Forficulidae | Anisolabididae |
| Size | 9-13 mm | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, North America, Asia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Maritime Earwig
A wingless earwig found in coastal habitats, living under driftwood and seaweed on beaches. It is dark brown to black with robust forceps.
Did You Know?
This earwig is one of the few insects adapted to the harsh intertidal zone, tolerating brief submersion in saltwater.