European earwig

Found in damp, dark environments such as beneath mulch, stones, leaf litter, and occasionally invading homes.

Omnivorous scavengers feeding on decaying organic matter, living plants, and small insects.

Nocturnal insects that use their prominent cerci (pincers) for defense and mating. Females exhibit rare maternal care by guarding their eggs.

Harmless to humans with no venom, though they can pinch if handled. They act as garden pests by damaging foliage and flowers, but also help decompose organic material.