{"id":3521,"count":4,"description":"Learn how to identify and manage Earwigs with our knowledgeable approach, contributing to the well-being of your home and family.","link":"https:\/\/aptivepestcontrol.com\/pests\/earwigs\/","name":"Earwigs","slug":"earwigs","taxonomy":"pest_type","parent":0,"meta":[],"acf":{"intro_paragraph":"","how_we_treat_pest_type":"For earwigs, we treat around your home\u2019s foundation, flower beds, mulch areas, and turf within a couple of yards of the building, as well as in the crawl space areas of the home. We also treat around the building adjacent to the foundation (perimeter treatment) to stop or limit earwigs from getting indoors.\r\n\r\nOur pest experts take a tailored approach when treating your property and work to ensure that your concerns are addressed and your home is protected, inside and out. We\u2019re dedicated to providing you with peace of mind and making sure you enjoy your home. For specialized <a href=\"\/pest-control\/earwigs\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noreferrer\">earwig control<\/a> and to discover how we can help you, <a href=\"\/locations\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noreferrer\">find a location<\/a> near you and experience our exceptional service.","pest_faq":[{"question":"What does an earwig look like?","answer":"Earwigs are small insects with elongated bodies, usually measuring about 0.5 to 1 inch in length. They have pincer-like appendages called cerci at the end of their abdomens, which are used for defense and mating. Earwigs are typically dark brown or black in color and have a pair of wings, although they are not strong fliers."},{"question":"Do earwigs bite?","answer":"While earwigs have pincers at the end of their abdomen, they primarily use their pincers for defense against other earwigs or prey. In rare cases, if an earwig feels threatened or cornered, it may use its pincers to pinch the skin, causing a mild pinch-like sensation, but their bites are generally harmless."},{"question":"Are earwigs dangerous?","answer":"While earwigs have menacing-looking pincers at the end of their abdomen, they are generally not considered dangerous to humans. Earwigs primarily feed on decaying plant material, insects, and other organic matter. While they can occasionally cause minor skin irritation if they come into contact with humans, they do not transmit diseases and are not venomous."},{"question":"How do I know if I have an earwig infestation?","answer":"Signs of an earwig infestation may include finding earwigs indoors, especially in areas with moisture such as kitchens, bathrooms, or basements. They are nocturnal pests that prefer dark and damp environments, so spotting them during the day can be an indication of a larger infestation. Additionally, earwigs may cause damage to plants, such as feeding on leaves or flowers."}],"display_name":"earwigs","alternative_tag":"ORDER DERMAPTERA","pest_type_featured_image":2449,"is_empty":"empty","is_pest_treatable":true},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/aptivepestcontrol.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pest_type\/3521","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/aptivepestcontrol.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pest_type"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/aptivepestcontrol.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/taxonomies\/pest_type"}],"wp:post_type":[{"href":"https:\/\/aptivepestcontrol.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pests_library?pest_type=3521"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}