Earwig Control
Most people know what Earwigs are, or at least what they look like. They have elongated and flattened bodies. They have four wings, though are rarely wingless, and they have threadlike antennae about half the length of their body. They also have the forceps-like cerci—claws or pinchers on their ends—which are used as an offensive and defensive weapon, sometimes to capture prey. The adults are about ¼”-1” long, and males have longer cerci.
Earwig Lifecycle
Earwigs usually overwinter outdoors as adults, in areas where there is protection for them. They do enter structures to overwinter when they are in one of the four to five nymphal stages, ranging between 40-60 days. They find a way in through small openings like cracks and crevices, and are attracted to light. Nymph earwigs are exactly like adult earwigs but have no wings. Adult females can begin laying eggs immediately after emerging into adulthood. On average, female earwigs lay 50 eggs per batch and each has three to four batches.
Earwigs are nocturnal and hide during the day in shady places, like under stones, legs, or in mulch, as they prefer a moist location. At no stage of life can they withstand long periods of dryness. You may have seen some in your gardens, as they feed on live or dead plants and insects. Sometimes they can be a nuisance because they can be known to damage cultivated plants.
Earwig Treatments
If you have spotted these unwelcome visitors in your garden and are worried that they might invade your home, don’t hesitate to call Paffy’s Pest Control. We are here to help you with our effective and reliable preventative pest control solutions. Simply dial 651-459-4654 to learn more. Remember, the best pest control is always preventative pest control. We offer our comprehensive Three-Season Home Service plan, which is designed to cover virtually every insect you might encounter, as well as several types of rodents that could pose a threat to your comfort. If you’re looking for continuous protection throughout the year or have multiple pest-related concerns, this plan represents the most cost-effective way to ensure peace of mind. We invite you to ask one of our knowledgeable customer service representatives about this valuable package today, and take the first step towards a pest-free home.
The name “earwig” has its origins in an old European superstition that these peculiar insects sneak into people’s ears while they sleep and burrow into the brain, causing a host of imagined ailments. Despite their somewhat menacing name, earwigs actually do not have the ability to enter human ears, even though their appearance might suggest otherwise. They are more interested in decomposing organic matter than in causing harm to humans. Interestingly, there are approximately 22 different species of earwigs found throughout the United States, each varying in size and habitat, contributing to the fascinating diversity of these often-misunderstood creatures.
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