What do earwigs eat?

Due to the size of the forceps, it might appear that earwigs capture some large insects such as large cockroaches. The pincers or forceps are very well-developed and appear to be lethal weapons for hunting. They might even appear to be dangerous weapons when dealing with human intruders. read more

Earwigs prefer dark and wet areas. These earwigs also like to live and lay their eggs in these areas. Several species of earwigs are predators, preying on smaller insects and arthropods. These are less common than the earwigs that eat vegetation. There are also species of earwigs which will attack plants, especially seedlings. read more

Earwigs have characteristic cerci, a pair of forceps-like pincers on their abdomen, and membranous wings folded underneath short, rarely used forewings, hence the scientific order name, "skin wings". Some groups are tiny parasites on mammals and lack the typical pincers. Earwigs are found on all continents except Antarctica. read more

Earwigs have flat bodies which allow them to access many locations, especially if the spaces are dark and damp. Although earwigs are solitary, swarms of large populations gather if there is an abundant food source, such as mulch beds. read more