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European Earwig (Forficula auricularia)

Accidentally introduced from Europe in the 1930's, it has become established throughout California. Will eat a variety of plant foods, but will feed on other insects it captures with its terminal forceps.
European Earwig (Forficula auricularia)
European Earwig (Forficula auricularia)		 European Earwig (Forficula auricularia)
European Earwig (Forficula auricularia)		 European Earwig (Forficula auricularia)
European Earwig (Forficula auricularia)

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Greg Burke23-Dec-2015 22:07
didn't know they are non native.. never did like these guys..
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