- slug feeding. Slugs leave a slime trail but earwigs do not.
- Earwig damage can also be confused with cutworm and even rabbit feeding.
To find out which pest is causing the damage, use a flashlight to check under plants, at night.
How to get rid of earwigs
Some steps can be taken to reduce earwig numbers in your home and garden. But, when earwig numbers are high, you might have earwig problems even after taking these steps.
Keep your home and garden clean
- Clean up debris that earwigs can hide