Cheers and thank you to the Terminix employees Charles Wade, Chris Glatuono and Kevin Nolan for responding and taking care of the problem at my home recently. They gave immediate and personal attention to making sure the job was done properly and in a timely manner. Having been a Terminix customer for many years, I will remain a satisfied customer due to their level of service.
Earwig
Earwig
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Characteristics
Size:
About 1 inch long.
Color:
Dark brown.
Behavior:
Earwigs are omnivores that will catch and eat other insects. Long-term relief from these insects is achieved by finding and treating the harborages outside from which the home will be invaded. The experience of a professional company such as Terminix is helpful in situations where large numbers of earwigs are present.
Habitats
The European earwig is common in the eastern United States west to Illinois and is found in Oregon and Washington. These insects live together often in large numbers in tree holes, in landscape mulch, under landscape timbers, and under objects lying on the ground. They will also harbor in the exterior cracks of buildings from which they may wander inside.
Tips for Control
If earwigs are invading your home, long-term relief from these insects is achieved by finding and treating the harborages outside. The experience of a professional company such as Terminix is helpful in situations where large numbers of earwigs are present.
Family Name:
Order Dermaptera
