#Earwigs

Insects • September 26, 2025

Earwigs in Tennessee: 3 Common Species You Need to Know

You’ve probably spotted these distinctive insects with their characteristic pincer-like appendages scurrying around your Tennessee garden or basement. While earwigs in Tennessee might look intimidating with their rear forceps, understanding which species you’re encountering can help you better manage your property and put your mind at ease about these generally harmless creatures. Tennessee hosts several […]

Hope Ehikioya • September 26, 2025

Insects • September 26, 2025

Common Michigan Earwigs: Field Guide to 3 Species

Finding small, brown insects with prominent pincers in your Michigan garden might initially cause concern, but earwigs are far less threatening than their intimidating appearance suggests. These nocturnal insects actually provide beneficial pest control services by feeding on aphids, mites, and other garden pests. Understanding the three most common earwig species in Michigan will help […]

Hope Ehikioya • September 26, 2025

Insects • September 23, 2025

3 Common Earwig Species Found in Illinois Homes and Gardens

You might be surprised to learn that Illinois is home to over 20 different earwig species, but only three regularly make their way into your home and garden spaces. These nocturnal insects, with their distinctive pincer-like appendages called cerci, often cause unnecessary alarm among homeowners who mistake them for dangerous pests. Understanding which species you’re […]

Abdullahi Qaadir • September 23, 2025

Insects • September 22, 2025

3 Earwig Species Virginia Homeowners Should Know About

If you’ve spotted a dark, elongated insect with distinctive pincers scurrying across your bathroom floor or garden path, you’ve likely encountered one of Virginia’s resident earwig species. These nocturnal insects are far more common than most homeowners realize, with three primary species calling the Commonwealth home. Understanding which species you’re dealing with can help you […]

Otaigbe Best • September 22, 2025

Insects • September 20, 2025

The 3 Types of Earwigs You’ll Find in Pennsylvania

You might be surprised to learn that Pennsylvania hosts three distinct earwig species, each with unique characteristics that make identification easier than you’d expect. While these nocturnal insects often get a bad reputation due to old myths about crawling into ears, understanding the specific types in your area helps you manage them more effectively and […]

Christian Edet • September 20, 2025