Earwax / Cerumen (Not a Bug)
Scientific Name: Cerumen
Order & Family: N/A (Biological secretion)
Size: Variable, typically 1mm - 10mm pieces
Natural Habitat
Human and mammalian ear canals
Diet & Feeding
N/A (Not a living organism)
Behavior Patterns
Migrates slowly out of the ear canal during chewing or talking; collects dust and debris
Risks & Benefits
Protects ear canal from water, bacteria, fungi, and insects; no risk unless impacted and causing hearing loss
Identified on: 2/28/2026