Saint Helena Earwig vs Shore Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Saint Helena Earwig | Shore Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Labidura herculeana | Anisolabis littorea |
| Order | Dermaptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Labiduridae | Anisolabididae |
| Size | 78 mm | 20-28 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Africa | Oceania |
| Conservation | Extinct | Least Concern |
Saint Helena Earwig
Was the worlds largest earwig at 78 mm. Endemic to Saint Helena island. Not seen since 1967 and declared extinct in 2014 due to habitat destruction and invasive species.
Did You Know?
The Saint Helena giant earwig — the worlds largest earwig at 78 mm — went extinct without most people knowing it existed. It was last seen alive in 1967.
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.