Between their creepy pincers and false reputation for crawling in people’s ears and laying eggs, you may be surprised to learn that earwigs are more of a nuisance than a threat. They’re big fans of ...

Earwigs can be a pest - and not just because of that scary old wives' tale that they will crawl into your ear and lay eggs (they won't!). However, earwigs also unfortunately eat ornamental and ...

Earwigs are beneficial insects that primarily consume dead plants and other insects, contributing to garden cleanliness. While earwigs can cause minor plant damage, their benefits generally outweigh ...

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You try your best to make your home hospitable for guests—but not the insect kind. Earwigs will seek shelter in your home—often in the bathroom, basement or kitchen, as these places offer ideal ...

Few people are fond of earwigs, with their menacing abdominal pincers—whether they’re skittering across your floor, getting comfy in the folds of your camping tent, or minding their own business.

While earwigs are scavengers that feed primarily on dead insects and rotting organic matter, they can be a pest in your garden. SemenovIgor Getty Images/iStockphoto While I can tolerate spiders inside ...

Q: I have a large yard with many trees and flowers. The roses I grow have a problem with earwigs, which I know are somewhat beneficial since they eat aphids. I don't mind them chewing on the rose ...