Researchers examined the developmental processes and reproduction-related behavior of 8 of the 11 families of Dermaptera (earwigs) in detail and compared with those reported in previous studies. The ...

I have to admit that even as someone who is fascinated by most insects, the earwig freaks me out. Upon seeing one, I’m typically too busy trying to squash it to notice any details about its anatomy.

European earwigs (Forficula auricularia) exhibit a complex suite of parental behaviours that include facultative maternal care, whereby mothers provide pre‐ and post‐hatching care that enhances ...