Pygmy Earwig vs Black Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pygmy Earwig | Black Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diplatys flavicollis | Chelisoches morio |
| Order | Dermaptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Diplatyidae | Chelisochidae |
| Size | 6-10 mm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Detritivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Africa, Asia | Asia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Black Earwig
A glossy black earwig with reddish legs commonly found in tropical regions. It is often associated with banana plantations and palm trees.
Did You Know?
The black earwig has been spread throughout the tropics via the banana trade and is now pantropical in distribution.