Tawny Earwig vs Australian Giant Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tawny Earwig | Australian Giant Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Labidura truncata | Titanolabis colossea |
| Order | Dermaptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Labiduridae | Anisolabididae |
| Size | 20-30 mm | 40-50 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Oceania | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Tawny Earwig
A large Australian earwig with a tawny coloration and powerful forceps. It is a common garden species across much of Australia.
Did You Know?
Tawny earwigs are beneficial garden predators that consume large numbers of caterpillars and other pest insects.
Australian Giant Earwig
The largest living earwig species, reaching up to 50 mm long. It is a burrowing, wingless species found in eastern Australia.
Did You Know?
This enormous earwig can deliver a painful pinch with its massive forceps if handled carelessly.