1.Earwigs are easily recognized by their long, smooth bodies and pair of appendages at the tip of their abdomen called “cerci”.
2.They are nuisance pests that typically are found in basements and other cool, damp areas.
3.As nocturnal insects, they normally congregate in areas that are dark and humid during the day.
4.Typical indoor hiding places are under rugs or potted plants, in stacks of newspapers.
5.During the night they will come out to feed on decaying plant material as well as other insects.
6.The presence of earwigs may be an indication of water damage in the home structure.
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