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To: ArcadeQuarters

An image search says this a European earwig. Nasty creatures but there are organic insecticides available.


172 posted on 06/11/2024 4:11:09 AM PDT by ArcadeQuarters (You can't remove RINOs by voting for them!)
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To: ArcadeQuarters

Yes, that’s an Earwig. They like cool, shady and damp spots to hang out. I’ll find them living UNDER a garden pot, most times.

“This creates a conundrum for gardeners… Should earwigs be allowed to remain in your garden to eat up aphids and other pests? Or should they be removed before they turn their attention to your plants? Generally, earwigs do not cause enough damage to be worth fighting. However, if you do see large numbers of them around your plants, you can consider taking action.”

Old Farmers Almanac says:

https://www.almanac.com/pest/earwigs


179 posted on 06/11/2024 6:07:30 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have, 'Hobbies.' I'm developing a robust Post-Apocalyptic skill set. )
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