Maritime Earwig vs True Armyworm Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Maritime Earwig | True Armyworm Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anisolabis maritima | Mythimna unipuncta |
| Order | Dermaptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Anisolabididae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 18-25 mm | 35-45 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America, Asia, Oceania | North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania |
| 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.
True Armyworm Moth
A tawny-brown moth with a single white dot on each forewing. Its larvae march in armies across fields, devastating cereal crops.
Did You Know?
Larvae travel in large groups across the ground like a marching army, hence the common name.