Pygmy Earwig vs Giant Bess Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pygmy Earwig | Giant Bess Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diplatys flavicollis | Passalus punctiger |
| Order | Dermaptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Diplatyidae | Passalidae |
| Size | 6-10 mm | 35-50 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Detritivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Africa, Asia | South America |
| 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.
Giant Bess Beetle
A very large, robust bess beetle with a glossy black exoskeleton and strong mandibles. It creates extensive tunnel systems in large fallen trees. Multiple generations may coexist within a single log.
Did You Know?
Larvae pupate in protective cases made from frass that parents help construct.