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earwig

Euborellia annulipes (Lucas)

Description:

It has pinchers, or forceps-like structures located at the end of their brown or black body. They may be as long as 1 inch and have three pairs of well-developed legs. It is also wingless but some may have hind wings.

Habitat:

They seek dark places during the day such as underneath rocks, bark, and plant debris. They also occur indoors in bad weather conditions. The also enjoy warm, humid areas.

Notes:

They are harmless and some can have a bad odor when crushed.

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monafire14
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monafire14

Illinois, USA

Spotted on Dec 3, 2013
Submitted on Dec 6, 2013

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