Ring-legged earwigs
Scientific name: Anisolabididae
Ring-legged earwigs
Scientific name: Anisolabididae
Description
The Anisolabididae family, commonly located in varied habitats across the globe from leaf litter to home gardens, presents a fascinating facet of arthropod diversity. These creatures are unique in their possession of cerci, a pair of forceps-like pincers on their abdomen, used for defense and mating rituals. Contrary to popular belief, Anisolabididae do not crawl into human ears to lay eggs; this is merely an urban legend with no scientific backing. Their actual role in ecosystems is vital, involving the decomposition of decaying plant material and thereby contributing to soil health.
Species of Ring-legged earwigs
Scientific Classification
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