Ring-Legged Earwig vs Macrosoma hyacinthina
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ring-Legged Earwig | Macrosoma hyacinthina |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Euborellia annulipes | Macrosoma hyacinthina |
| Order | Dermaptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Anisolabididae | Hedylidae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | 30-38 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Gardens | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Africa, Asia, North America, South America, Oceania | Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ring-Legged Earwig
A wingless earwig identified by the pale bands on its dark legs. It is a cosmopolitan species often found in greenhouses and tropical gardens.
Did You Know?
This earwig has been spread worldwide by human commerce and is now found on every inhabited continent.
Macrosoma hyacinthina
Small moth-butterfly with a subtle blue-violet sheen on fresh specimens. Named for the hyacinth-like coloring visible in certain light.
Did You Know?
All 36 known hedylid species belong to the single genus Macrosoma, making it the smallest butterfly family.