Tawny Earwig vs Maritime Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tawny Earwig | Maritime Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Labidura truncata | Anisolabis maritima |
| Order | Dermaptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Labiduridae | Anisolabididae |
| Size | 20-30 mm | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Oceania | Europe, North America, Asia, 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.
Maritime Earwig
A wingless earwig found in coastal habitats, living under driftwood and seaweed on beaches. It is dark brown to black with robust forceps.
Did You Know?
This earwig is one of the few insects adapted to the harsh intertidal zone, tolerating brief submersion in saltwater.