Toothed Earwig vs Termite-Nest Silverfish
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Toothed Earwig | Termite-Nest Silverfish |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Spongovostox ghilianii | Atelura formicaria |
| Order | Dermaptera | Zygentoma |
| Family | Forficulidae | Nicoletiidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Toothed Earwig
A large earwig with heavily toothed forceps found in southern European forests.
Did You Know?
Its forceps bear multiple teeth along the inner edge for gripping prey.
Termite-Nest Silverfish
A small, blind, unpigmented silverfish that lives exclusively inside ant nests. It has evolved chemical mimicry to avoid detection and is tolerated by its ant hosts.
Did You Know?
This silverfish steals food directly from the mouths of ants by mimicking the chemical signals ants use to request food sharing.