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''Forficula auricularia'', the common earwig or European earwig, is an omnivorous insect in the family Forficulidae. The European earwig survives in a variety of environments and is a common household insect in North America.

Similar species: Earwigs
Species identified by Claire Hamilton
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By Claire Hamilton

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Uploaded Jun 17, 2023. Captured Jun 16, 2023 18:38 in 2 Alma Rd, Llangollen LL20 7RN, UK.
  • Canon EOS 70D
  • f/14.0
  • 1/250s
  • ISO400
  • 100mm