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Forficula auricularia
Earwigs have characteristic cerci, a pair of forceps pincers on their abdomen, and membranous wings folded underneath short forewings, hence the scientific order name, "skin wings." Some groups are tiny parasites on mammals and lack the typical pincers. Earwigs rarely use their flying ability.
Spotted on Jan 1, 2013
Submitted on Jan 2, 2013
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A lot of walking to do to read the whole article :)