Seashore earwig facts for kids
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| Anisolabis littorea with eggs | |
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Forficulina
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Anisolabididae
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Anisolabidinae
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Anisolabis
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A. littorea
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| Anisolabis littorea (White, 1846)
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The seashore earwig (Anisolabis littorea) is a fascinating insect. It belongs to the earwig family, which is known for its pincer-like tails. This specific earwig lives near the ocean.
You can find seashore earwigs in eastern Australia and New Zealand. They love to hide on beaches. Look for them under stones and other things washed ashore.
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About the Seashore Earwig
The seashore earwig is a type of insect. It is part of a group called Dermaptera, which includes all earwigs. This species was first described in 1846. A scientist named Adam White gave it its scientific name.
What the Seashore Earwig Eats
The seashore earwig is a carnivore. This means it eats other small creatures. It hunts for its food on the beach.
Its diet includes different kinds of insects. It likes to eat millipedes and flies. It also eats isopods, which are small crustacean bugs. A common isopod it eats is the woodlouse.
Life Cycle of the Seashore Earwig
Like many other earwigs, the female seashore earwig is a caring parent. She looks after her young as they grow. This care helps the baby earwigs survive.
The young earwigs are called larva. They go through five stages of growth. Each stage is called an instar. After these five stages, they become adult earwigs.
How It Reacts to Light
Seashore earwigs have an interesting behavior. They tend to move away from light. This is called negative phototaxis. It means they prefer dark places. This helps them stay hidden and safe on the beach.
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