Pygmy Earwig vs Shore Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pygmy Earwig | Shore Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diplatys flavicollis | Anisolabis littorea |
| Order | Dermaptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Diplatyidae | Anisolabididae |
| Size | 6-10 mm | 20-28 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Africa, 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.
Shore Earwig
A large wingless earwig native to New Zealand, found under stones and driftwood on rocky coasts. It has a shiny black body and stout cerci.
Did You Know?
This earwig is highly adapted to coastal life and can survive being submerged by waves during high tide.