- straight cerci.
- Young earwigs are generally lighter in color than adults.
Behavior and habits of earwigs
What they eat
Earwigs can be found under potted plants, leaves, welcome mats and other objects. They are also seen in cracks between pavers, bricks and similar places.
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- You can also find them on plants in buds and folded leaves.
- Earwigs are scavengers feeding on damaged and decaying plant matter.
- They can feed on weakened or dead insects and other small organisms.
- Earwigs can also feed on healthy plant material.
