Striped earwigs

Pronunciation
/STRY-p'd EAR-wig/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Striped earwig
Plural
Striped earwigs

Definition

A common name for various species of earwigs belonging to the genus *Labidura*, characterized by striped patterns on their bodies.

Etymology

From the striped pattern and the common name 'earwig'.

Example

Striped earwigs are often found in gardens and woodlands.

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