Maritime Earwig vs Small Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Maritime Earwig | Small Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anisolabis maritima | Apterygida media |
| Order | Dermaptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Anisolabididae | Forficulidae |
| Size | 18-25 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Woodlands |
| 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.
Small Earwig
A small reddish-brown earwig found in woodland leaf litter across Europe. Males have strongly curved forceps while females have nearly straight ones.
Did You Know?
The dramatic difference in forceps shape between males and females is one of the most pronounced sexual dimorphisms among earwigs.