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Earwigs

Earwigs are most active at night and often hide in small, moist crevices during the day, feeding on a wide variety of insects and plants. Damage to foliage, flowers, and various crops is commonly blamed on earwigs. Earwigs are fairly abundant and are found in many areas around the world.

There is no evidence that they transmit diseases to humans or other animals. Their pincers are commonly believed to be dangerous, but in reality, even the curved pincers of males cause little or no harm to humans. It is a common myth that earwigs crawl into the human ear and lay eggs in the brain. An exterior perimeter treatment by the licenced professionals at Barrier Pest Control will help keep your home earwig free.