Maritime Earwig vs Pygmy Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Maritime Earwig | Pygmy Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anisolabis maritima | Diplatys flavicollis |
| Order | Dermaptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Anisolabididae | Diplatyidae |
| Size | 18-25 mm | 6-10 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America, Asia, Oceania | Africa, Asia |
| 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.
Pygmy Earwig
A tiny tropical earwig with regenerative cerci that can regrow if broken.
Did You Know?
Unlike most earwigs its cerci are segmented and can regenerate after autotomy.