Maritime Earwig vs Hop-Garden Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Maritime Earwig | Hop-Garden Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anisolabis maritima | Forficula lesnei |
| Order | Dermaptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Anisolabididae | Forficulidae |
| Size | 18-25 mm | 9-13 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Gardens |
| Diet | Omnivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America, Asia, Oceania | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
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.