Striped Earwig vs Spine-Tailed Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Striped Earwig | Spine-Tailed Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Labidura riparia | Doru aculeatum |
| Order | Dermaptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Labiduridae | Forficulidae |
| Size | 16-26 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, South America, Oceania | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Striped Earwig
A large, pale sandy-brown earwig with dark longitudinal stripes, commonly found near water. It is one of the most widespread earwig species globally.
Did You Know?
Striped earwigs are strong fliers and are frequently attracted to lights at night, unlike most earwig species.
Spine-Tailed Earwig
A slender earwig found in cornfields and grassy habitats across eastern North America. It shelters in the leaf whorls of corn and other tall grasses.
Did You Know?
Farmers consider this earwig beneficial because it preys heavily on corn earworm eggs and aphids in crop fields.