Top 6 reasons you have earwigs

[@tr4ksosa]

I’m in spring and now I see at least 5 a night in my room what should I do?

[@mareythebear]

GucciMama same! I’m trying to see how to get rid of them!

[@ciara9414]

SAME WTH

[@ElexGamingLifeSafetyGuy]

Same

[@jan3th]

Please tell how to get rid of them, I can't stand them. My apt is infested with them. I think my problem started after I planted rose trees and rose bushes in my front yard. I tried Sevin, and Ortho for ants baits and neither have worked. And now they are crawling into my home!

[@NattyNarcissists]

Literally just got pinched by it just saw one

[@trustinprocess612]

I CANT be the only one that call them pincher bugs.

[@mars_starz420]

I’m not scared of them because they can crawl into my ears. I’m scared of them because they are gross. And I mean deathly scared. Your name for them made me laugh though, so thank you for making me less scared.

[@boogiethekingtm5413]

Nope and actually alot of people get confused or have no idea what I'm talking about when I refer to pincher bugs as earwigs 😂 so Idk

[@boogiethekingtm5413]

@@mars_starz420 I'm with you on that one. I grabbed one and it pinched me the other day 😨 now I cant stop shivering all grossed out I hate pincher bugs

[@mars_starz420]

@BoogieThe KingTM, I feel for you

[@lizicadumitru9683]

That's the name I couldn't remember, ugh! Thanks!! 😁

[@eddiel2531]

I see them same time every year, beginning of June. Never in fall or winter. Sprinkle boric acid early where they frequent but not accessible to pets. I controlled them last year only saw a couple. This year, I didn't get the jump on it and I have hundreds.

[@Oxmosh]

is there a product that takes care of them but doesnt harm kitties, cause where they go is exactly where my kitty hangs out

[@armandotapia5579]

so I'm.baffled the perimeter around my house is dry as desert. yet there is a ton of earwigs i DNT have excess moisture but i still get earwigs. what could be causing this?

[@RovePestControl]

Earwigs can seek shelter in various conditions, not just moist areas. They might be attracted to outdoor lighting or other factors. Consider using targeted pest control methods to address the issue.

[@priscilagarcia7576]

Why do I have them inside my apartment?There is no moist here. I’ve never experienced this ever before... just in this new apartment :(

[@Amy-rg7do]

Let me know if you figure out how to get rid of them

[@ribbons8678]

I'm trying the olive oil and soy sauce trap it's for the garden but I'm desperate we have rabbits and they like their dung :(.

[@Jawsomest]

Heres a tip, KEEP THEM! They A, Dont harm you, Cant even pinch you (and if they somehow do you provoked them, and it still barely hurts) B. They eat smaller insects, that could be even worse. C. Cute.

[@jayandrusiak]

Maybe they just want to make friends

[@k3vinyAng]

@@Jawsomest uh yes they can definitely pinch you. It doesnt hurt really bad but it hurts enough to startle you. They are annoying nuisance of a bug

[@shira2151]

Randomly this year during the summer they are extreme it’s not been this bad

[@MorganFreeman69420]

I know right

[@RovePestControl]

Strange how earwigs can vary in intensity. Weather and environmental changes might be at play. Have you tried any pest control measures to manage them?

[@helga_Thora]

Okay I seriously need help! This is the second summer where my apparent is crawling with earwigs... I Can't sleep! They're on my table, walls, chairs, kitchen... They're in my freaking bed! How do I kill and prevent them?!?! I have no idea where they're coming from!?!?

[@yolis14r]

Same here!!!

[@stanlee7635]

Call an exterminator

[@helga_Thora]

@@stanlee7635 i got some poison that got rid of it, but it's every summer.... Just want to know how to prevent it...

[@uchibauki2515]

anonymous source spray them with raid choose the one that safe to use indoors

[@helga_Thora]

@@uchibauki2515 We don't have raid here were I live, bought something that works for a couple of weeks... just want to know how to prevent them from getting in again next summer... Just so I don't have to wait for my appointment to be crawling again

[@violetwatson2060]

So I don’t have to worry for them to crawl on me in my sleep

[@blueangel101085]

Yes. They crawl on you in your sleep. There were 2 on me this morning. And one on my fiancé’s pillow last night. It’s middle of summer here.

[@andysanchez9651]

They were just on... I got super scared no lie 😳😳

[@violetwatson2060]

@@blueangel101085 HELP NO

[@susanalopez9877]

I had one just crawl on my hand

[@k3vinyAng]

Had one jus crawled on my leg and pinched me!

[@SSolis-pp9sn]

I’ve had a constant problem with these pests; throughout the year. They are in the hundred thousands in my yard(front and back), possibly millions. They keep getting inside too. I keep bees in back, and have even found them in the hives!

[@frifri28]

Did you get rid of them

[@SSolis-pp9sn]

@@frifri28 it's been impossible. A week ago they started coming into the house again *ded

[@frifri28]

@@SSolis-pp9sn same they come in through any small holes so try and caulk any holes you have around the house and seal doors super tight and windows . I think it will help .

[@skydriver5709]

If you still have an earwig problem, buy some insect killer and spray/sprinkle it under any object that sit on the ground in your yard. Like crickets and other nocturnal insects, they require damp, dark places to hide during the day, so take those kinds of places away from them, and they'll disappear. They don't live in your house, they just get in while wondering/hunting. Guaranteed when you flip over something laying outside in the yard, you'll find a colony. Pretty simple to get rid of them, if you keep a tidy yard.

[@whentheroach9964]

@@frifri28 ants come in through my brothers window aswell lol i found these earwigs in my bathroom at night sometimes

[@NintCondition]

"Luckily it's not true" that they burrow in your ear but then moments later he says, "they are anti-claustrophobic and love extremely small space"....... *checks ears for earwigs*

[@cynthiajackson100]

I know from personal experience that earwigs will crawl into your ears. I have been awakened at night by the sound and motion of something in my ear feeding on my earwax! Of course I didnt know the culprit at first. I just ran to the sink and flushed out my ear with hydrogen peroxide and an earwig comes out with the flush. Gross! This has to happened to others for the earwig to earn this name.

[@ytfazed4454]

@@cynthiajackson100 tf 😳 bruh I’m showing this to my mom

[@tahreesuh]

@@cynthiajackson100 I wish I didn't see that

[@bgslegendz67cat6]

@@cynthiajackson100 False if they went in your ears they would not eat the ear wax their diet is Rotten vegetables,Old Fallen leafs etc

[@cynthiajackson100]

@@bgslegendz67cat6 True actually. I have also witnessed earwigs eating candle wax. All of this is from my personal experience and observation...not from speculation.

[@reg8297]

Im going crazy found these Shits in my home my home is so clean can anyone advise my neighbours house is filthy never been cleaned in last sixteen years I've gotten pets company to come and spray stuff and I've used other stuff still can't get rid of them

[@Z-Ack]

Had a huge problem with wolf spiders in and around the house.. so much so i was bit more than a handful of times by a spider known not to really bite people and those dudes hurt.. for a few days.. but i ended up killing off most of those, at least im not seeing any more big 2 inch to 3 inch ones running aroubd.. so now i get earwigs and these little brown/black beetles and click beetles.. a lot of em.. and those big red ants.. but seems like as soon as i spray for one the other takes over.. my property couldnt be more dry and without vegetation and keep grass cut... house is not cluttered and i think is why im able to spot every crawley dude that enters the abode.. those centipede things are in the place also and never see a small one. Theyre always 3" long with all the legs and crap.. and fast as hell.. those things have literally fallen on me a few times.. creepy.. but better earwigs than those spiders.. id wake up with an itch and then like getting hit with a dart it shoots up the skin then throbs for a while.. then is sensitive to touch for a few days.. not fun

[@RovePestControl]

That certainly does not sound fun! Reach out to a pest control professional for help if those pests become too much to deal with on your own!

[@thetanz8111]

Killing most of your spiders is why you're now seeing the other critters in abundance. Sorry that you kept getting bit, they typically do not bite folks but you had so many you kept running into them. A balance of spiders in the home is good to have but unfortunately something about your environment must've really appealed to a few mating pairs lolz.

[@Vss7788]

Ugh, sounds like when we lived in Northern CA

[@psycholordb7811]

so last year i went out to my shop and i came in the walk in door and i smelled like womens purfume and i thought thats odd and i look over at my overhead door were there is usually a crack that runs up the door was filled in with something black thinking what heck i pushed the door opener and there were thousands of them GROSS! grabed a can of brake cleaner and doused them and they scattered. did that perfume smell come from them cause i know there were no hot ladies out in my shop?

[@thgentleman9210]

It's a defense mechanism also for mating..

[@eop98]

I hate that smell!

[@LILRHONDALEE]

W T F !!??

[@loving110995]

Been having a lot of rain.. mid September been seeing them all month we live in a lower area too so it stays wet outside

[@mariaaldrete1347]

These things are nasty!!!!! My mother told me this same thing about them....so I am deathly afraid of them....I water my yard late at night and these things crawl up my pants!!!! I freak out!!!! Thank you for this video!!!!

[@Jawsomest]

They uh... are harmless, no Venom, Barely even hurt when they pinch you, more of a scare tactic, they eat smaller insects.

[@thetanz8111]

They're actually really nice and won't harm you. Some people keep them as pets as well. Ear wig moms actually care for their babies like a lot of mammals do, they care about their babies. I found that fascinating about them.

[@Tonyae76]

I'm so confused because it's July and this is the time of year we get them in Michigan

[@RovePestControl]

Earwigs are more active in the summer. It's their prime time in Michigan! Stay vigilant and keep areas dry to deter them.

[@Amy-rg7do]

Its summer here in Florida and I keep finding them inside everywhere!! I have cleaned everything

[@AllThingsSports.]

Bro I feel u

[@Amy-rg7do]

@@AllThingsSports. it's like where the f are they coming from!?

[@dysaster4521]

i have a good few running round in my house and they freak me the hell out

[@gammacxy]

I saw 1-2 tonight and last night, but last night a spider about the size of a nickel was in my bed and I killed it

[@neptune_Chip]

I’m in summer and I have a whole grave yard of them😍😍😍😍😍😇😇😇😇😚😚😚

[@TanyaScorpio]

Preach...

[@LightS_bRight]

I see them in winter and around spring.

[@RovePestControl]

Yep, earwigs can be active in cooler months if they find shelter indoors! Keep an eye out for entry points to keep them out. 👍

[@LightS_bRight]

@@RovePestControl my house probably has a lot of entry points haha thanks though.

[@MileytheJeepV2]

Ive seen one in my house but theres tons in my shed and crawling on the house…. Idk if it was the recent heat wave or what but idk if this is a problem or not

[@RovePestControl]

The heat wave might be driving them indoors. It's a good idea to seal any cracks and remove moisture sources to keep them out of your house. If the problem persists, consider professional pest control.

[@sachamanuel2931]

I know for a fact one did burrow in my neighbor’s kid’s ear. She had to go to the doctor to get it removed...laying eggs in the brain well I don’t know...but this did happen.

[@Asumi441]

....guess who's sleeping with headphones tonight!

[@boogiethekingtm5413]

@@Asumi441 😂😂😂 yoooo I thought I was the only one that was doing that lmfao

[@lizicadumitru9683]

Yikes!

[@fakeaccount8342]

Here's one... when we were kids, a bunch of us were out playing in my friends yard, it was about 105 degrees that day, decided to hit the hose for a quick drink and guess what I got instead... about 100 pincher bugs! ...and that was the last time I drank from a hose that had no sprayer nozzle, and that was almost 40 years ago.

[@rhuggard2011]

Soooo the lights outside my house attract earwigs. But they repel much worse pests like the criminal human type.

[@lujain3436]

One just crawled up my foot. Help 😀

[@iCazZiStronZi]

Can you tell me how to get them out of my garden and stop eating my fruits and vegetables lol. One day I had the first bell pepper ripening to a beautiful red, it was just about ready and I said “I will give it one more day and tomorrow I am going to pick it to use in the dish I want to make”. Well, long story short, I go there the next morning and there is a giant hole in the pepper and when I looked closer the entire inside of the pepper was full of earwigs like maybe 20-30 or more. Do you know good ways to protect fruit and vegetable plants from earwigs?

[@RovePestControl]

To protect your fruit and vegetable plants from earwigs, you can try a few methods. Creating a barrier with diatomaceous earth around your plants can deter them. You can also set up traps using rolled-up newspaper or cardboard tubes, placing them near your plants overnight and disposing of them in the morning. Additionally, reducing excess moisture in your garden and removing any debris where earwigs might hide can help. Experiment with these techniques and see which works best for you!

[@iCazZiStronZi]

@@RovePestControl I have tried the diatomaceous earth method and it seems to work, the only issue is if the soil is wet or when you water the plants and wet the diatomaceous earth it becomes more ineffective and I find myself having to constantly re-apply it which can make it a very expensive method because my garden is pretty large with about just over 30 fruit and vegetable plants I would say. I tend to keep my garden fairly clean of debris, but my garden is surrounded with stone retaining walls which seems to be like an earwig paradise lol they love to live in the cracks between the stones in the wall. I have never tried the tube traps, I think I will try this next. Do I just simply leave the tubes on the ground near the plants? Or is there something else I have to do, like put some sort of bait inside or something like that? I appreciate the help, fingers crossed that this will help. You don’t know the struggle when they destroy your beautiful crops that you spent time planting and caring for and waiting a long time for them to grow and excited to pick and eat them, just for the earwigs to eat them instead 🤣

[@fakeaccount8342]

Spray your plants with a mixture of cold press neem oil and water every few days, when they lose the shine, it's time to reapply, give it go and you'll see what I mean.

[@ZZ-we7vt]

Ok its 85 degrees right now its summer time and they are all over my house now! Outside and inside?? I am killing 25 to 35 a day inside of my house. I have everything cleared out around the outside of my house, grass is cut back as well. I have sprayed inside and out, put down Bio advance, I have used everything I can get over the counter but they dont stop!!! What is my next step with this?? House is clean inside nothing is old and rotten ie flooring, walls, paint. I swear nothing works on them around here!!!

[@Sacheen81]

Wanna hear a 100% true and terrifying tale of just how evil these things are, that is guaranteed to give you nightmares? Okay, but don't say I didn't warn you!!! One year, in middle school, a bunch of us thought that it would be a blast to float a local river. We looked around and instead of going for the customary inner tube, we grabbed a "Tom Sawyer" like wooden raft (think large pallet) from a backyard. We lugged it down to the river, then climbed aboard and set off for a day of fun. What started as a grand adventure quickly turned into the river float from hell. As we drifted along we began to notice a couple of earwigs wandering across the planks..... There would be no joy on the river this day. The longer we floated the lower the raft submerged into to river. The lower the raft submerged, the greater the number of earwigs, until there were HUNDREDS, all scrambling from their hidey-holes, looking for a dry spot to haul themselves up onto. In desperation they quickly discovered that if they scaled US they could remain dry! As the raft sank ever deeper, they, and we, were soon fully in the river. We all floated at the same rate, human and earwig alike, so there was no escaping them! Soon our heads were their only escape they could find. Girl or boy made no difference, we were all most unhappy. We had no choice but to haul ourselves onto the shore, which was thick with thorny brambles. Tired, cut up, and defeated we made our way home..... each of us hating earwigs that much more. Yup, I'm no fan.

[@patt1564]

OMG that freaked me out !!

[@arco4936]

War story right there

[@LILRHONDALEE]

O M G !!! HELL TO THE NO!

[@tysonchickennugget]

Hi can they bring dirt into your house

[@michellebenjamin5292]

I'm....pretty sure one just tried to crawl in my ear.

[@angiejflores]

Omg me too 😩

[@CleenisNOThere]

Ughhhjh god

[@angiejflores]

I found one in my bed and I went crazy and sprayed my room with ecosafe plant based insecticide and then I saw a baby roach come out from a baseboard from the spraying i did then I freaked out and now I can’t sleep thinking more will come out and go inside my ears lol! My apartment is clean… gosh it probably doesn’t seem like it after me saying there was a roach too ugh gross… my neighbors are the nasty ones who probably bring them to my apartment. Anyway, then I had to take my inhaler because I couldn’t breathe with all that spraying i did ugh 😩

[@skydriver5709]

All apartments have cockroaches. They lie in wait for you to fall asleep so they can crawl all over you. But just so you know, cockroaches are far worse than earwigs, because a cockroach doesn't have the ability to walk backwards, and can only crawl forward. So if they crawl in your nose while you're sleeping, you have to wait for it to crawl all the way to the back of your throat to spit it out. Ever wake up coughing or a tickle in your throat? Probably a bug. Their spiny legs will prevent you from blowing them out through your nose too. But if one crawls in your ear, they can only keep crawling further in. Then they panic and start scratching, which is extremely painful and you can only remove it with curved tweezers b/c it'll go past the curve in your ear canal. Sleep tight.

[@MorganFreeman69420]

HAHA LOSER

[@Reverend_Kane]

I know how you feel. If I'm not battling these pinching my back at night, I'm battling roaches. And I'm so clean!

[@PushDay]

They actually do crawl into your ears but don’t lay eggs. As a child I had one crawl into my ear. It sounded like a cardboard box in my ear and that’s how I knew I had something in my ear. I shook my head and bobbed it like if I had water in there and it ended up falling out.

[@RovePestControl]

That sounds like quite an experience! It's good to know they don't lay eggs in ears, but still unsettling. Shaking your head to get it out was smart!

[@belle7581]

What about track lighting? We are finding them falling on us while we are sitting on the couch from the track lighting that we very rarely use. Ugh! And it’s August.

[@RovePestControl]

Ugh indeed! Earwigs are attracted to light, but that's interesting that it's rarely used. Check for any gaps or openings around the track lighting and take measures to keep them out. A pest control professional can help you find a solution if you they continue to cause you trouble!

[@naileataylor2106]

I had an Ant issue earlier in the summer, finally got rid of that, and then today….. I’m just chilling in my bed, watching Netflix, look over, and there’s a dam earwig crawling up my blanket. I SMUSHED THAT B*TCH SO FAST- Now I’m just worried there’s more, you never just find ONE bug😔💔 *There’s always more….*

[@angiejflores]

Omg! I can relate. Found one on crawling on my bed wtf! Dealing w that myself right now 😩

[@naileataylor2106]

@@angiejflores I actually washed my sheets and even vacuumed the bed mattress😭So far I haven’t found/seen any more,

[@Chrissy881]

It's the middle of summer and they are in my apartment...why???

[@RovePestControl]

Earwigs seek cool and sheltered places during summer, and your apartment offers the perfect escape from the heat! 😊

[@davidoftheforest]

I've been at war with earwigs for years. I've killed thousands and thousands. I've sprayed Raid absolutely everywhere. They just keep coming. My entire house has crevices at ground level all over. Never ending struggle

[@Papichuloprice]

Get all the crevices covered dude

[@eop98]

I feel you

[@jan3th]

Omg I am looking to completely end them. I can't take it no more, I have to now sleep with a night light due to me being so frightened. I sprayed Ortho for Ant, Roaches and Spiders (claims to kill more insects for 12 months) two days ago. However I noticed that the bugs just stay away and don't die. And today I mopped my home and now I've found 6 earwigs crawling in from the bottom edge of the windows and doors 😭 So I guess I cleaned the insecticide.

[@eop98]

@@jan3th I have had it with these damn earwigs... It's like they do their best to try and annoy me. They crawl right above me on the ceiling while I'm sleeping only to drop and land on me. I've had this happen three times already. Had them crawl on me several times. Hate their smell, hate how they leave poop around, hate everything about them!!

[@meganturner989]

eop98 they fall on me too!!!!!! Wtf!!!!!

[@fishayfishayfishmcbites]

I AM LEGIT GOING INSANE MY BATHROOM AND BEDROOM IS INFESTED WITH THEM AAAAAA I CANT HAVE NUN GOOD AND THEY ONLY SHOW UP IN THOSE TWO ROOMS MY ROOM AND MY BATHROOM THATS IT THEY ARE HARASSING ME AND ME ONLY NOBODY ELSE IN MY FAMILY GAAAAAAAAAAAAH

[@frifri28]

Did you get rid of them ?

[@fishayfishayfishmcbites]

@@frifri28 mmmm yes i did they are gone

[@frifri28]

@@fishayfishayfishmcbites how

[@fishayfishayfishmcbites]

@@frifri28 they just left one day

[@MorganFreeman69420]

@@fishayfishayfishmcbites shut up

[@crystalhill8888]

I been finding them in my apartment I never lived in a apartment before anyway I found using dimitrious earth works well...but they come back I do have cats I wonder if its possible there eating some type of mite I might not be seeing? Either way I can't wait to get them completely out of here there yucky looking things

[@karenwells6869]

This is June. So it must be the humidity inside because of my dryer. I just hope they don’t hurt my cat.

[@RovePestControl]

June can bring some humidity-related challenges indeed! While earwigs might be attracted to moist environments, they typically don't pose a significant threat to pets like cats. However, it's always a good idea to keep an eye on your furry friend and take necessary precautions to ensure their well-being.

[@shaeleynoel6904]

It’s summer right now and we have hundreds of earwigs in our house

[@uchibauki2515]

Shaeley Noel 😳 OMG

[@frifri28]

Did you ever get rid of them ?

[@kittycoke666]

God I’m so freaked out by these things. I found a couple of them in my room and now I literally cant sleep

[@frifri28]

Did you get rid of them

[@kittycoke666]

@@frifri28 yeah, turns out they were only attracted to my house because of a dead tree outside

[@soniczforever5470]

Puts some cotton wool or headset don't use in noise cancelling deep ones though. Also try to find them in day. They're nocturnal. They fly around at night left wondering is that a moth. 😱😖

[@odeo5691]

I spray them with air freshener. It kills them after a while. I gotta figure out where they are coming from

[@odeo5691]

What do I do if they are in my bathroom? Where could they be coming from?

[@odeo5691]

@@damage2726 thank you. Will do when I had the chance. There was a small crack under my bathtub. I filled some of it with baking soda and it killed 2 of them. I haven't seen any since then but I'll let you know

[@uchibauki2515]

Odeo from outside in your backyard they just entered your house accidentally because someone must be let the door open 🚪

[@frifri28]

@@odeo5691 have you gotten them under control

[@odeo5691]

@@frifri28 I haven't seen them in a while. I saw a hole they may have been coming from under the bathtub and sprayed a ton of febreeze into the hole and haven't seen any in months now

[@odeo5691]

@@frifri28 also after I used baking soda and got a few. I think I got rid of them

[@gostudy27]

I had to go to urgent care this morning because one crawled in my ear!

[@rranger1014]

yes this does happen, I believe it.

[@duckingcensorship1037]

F a bunch of that!

[@Reverend_Kane]

Mine don't get close enough but they're always pinching my back and neck at night. I think they're trying to make it to my ear. They're little demons!

[@hamstercreativity3278]

I hate earwigs; I almost ate and drank one this week, and I have learned what they smell like. There is bound to be one every room of the house. (The other night, one was climbing up my leg..)

[@saraigarcia5105]

Im terrified to sleep although I killed the one that was on my roof

[@arco4936]

@@saraigarcia5105 killed two in my room these things are creepy and don’t think I wanna sleep anytime soon rn lol

[@lithium1770]

One tried to crawl in my ear but i was wearing an earbud

[@CleenisNOThere]

Fuck

[@RovePestControl]

That's quite the close call! Earbuds serving an unexpected dual purpose. Stay earwig-free!

[@Woolykittyhaven]

I keep finding them in a water spigot.

[@thecookj454]

same I notice I always find them by water

[@jeremybyl]

One burrowed up my friends nose in his sleep. It got very close to his brain. We sucked it out with a meat baster. Damn brain eating bugs. My God.

[@CleenisNOThere]

Fuck

[@natbrooks7861]

I have Whitetail spiders and earwigs *EVERYWHERE*

[@frifri28]

Did you get rid of them

[@Mojojazzonline]

I got them in the summer

[@RovePestControl]

Earwigs are definitely more active in the summer! Keeping things dry and sealing entry points can help keep them at bay.

[@enrysiaa]

ok so in my kitchen at night time so many earwigs randomly appear, like ive killed 15 of them in one night WHATS GOING ONNNNN, am i getting an earwig infestation?? ive also been starting to see a couple in the day time soo

[@MorganFreeman69420]

Yes. They are living under your bed, cushions, Matts, laundry, dressers, etc. during the day, and possibly air vents

[@RovePestControl]

Yikes! That sounds like a bit of an earwig invasion. It might be a good idea to consider some pest control measures to keep them at bay. 🕷️🚫

[@olderolderman4603]

I see this video is a few years old spring of 2024 they are all over my home

[@RovePestControl]

Sounds like you're dealing with a persistent problem. It might be time to consider professional pest control services.

[@filipk5744]

Bite of earwig was irrationaly painfull for me...

[@Reverend_Kane]

Thankfully I never see blood but they pinch like mfers. It's almost like a sting. I can't take this almost nightly harassment.

[@RovePestControl]

Earwig bites aren’t common, but when they do pinch, it can definitely sting! Their forceps are strong, but thankfully they’re not venomous. Hope you’re feeling better now!

[@blair5988]

The last weeks they have been everywhere. What can I domt about it. Without killing them.

[@deadbreath666]

Still seeing this inaccurate naming thing, earwigs got their name because they lived in wigs and would crawl into people's ears

[@Shamrock_queen98]

I just found one on my locker beside my bed so i had to find a video like this to explain why it happened lol

[@RovePestControl]

Earwigs can be surprising roommates! It's good to know more about them and why they might visit unexpected places like your locker. 😄

[@Exit911YT]

I've had Earwigs in my room almost everyday. Strange huh?

[@spicles7417]

I found one in my room right now. Now I have to obliterate all insect life in my house

[@moxzilla6]

More like nasty bro how musty is it in there for you to have a damn colony invading your room 🤣

[@Exit911YT]

@@moxzilla6 Them things is gone now man. They only come into houses during the winter time. It's Spring Time over here in North Carolina now man Earwigs are nowhere to be seen now.

[@Liz-yu3cb]

moxzilla6 It's not even about musty! My room is very clean and i see atleast 5 every night!

[@henri7054]

I have a n earwig in my house, I had one in my place about a month ago I thought it was a cockroach also had 2 of them in here about 3 years ago when I first moved in. Had bug guy in thinking they were cock roaches he didn’t think so but put a whole lot of these sticky trap things but haven’t caught any until this morning not caught but crawling around got into plastic bag to figure out what it was. What can I do ?

[@RaffaelloLorenzusSayde]

I almost swallowed a dead earwig as it entered my mouth while drinking coffee...

[@Reverend_Kane]

Omg ew

[@RovePestControl]

Yikes! That's a good way to ruin a perfectly good cup of coffee...

[@damdoom2011]

One time I was gonna drink some hot chocolate but then I just found a legless dead earwig in my drink and I got scared-

[@K5_RC]

I had no idea what it was so I grabbed my knife and stabbed it about 15 times...... and yes, it's September

[@AngelaJenkins--]

But its not fall or winter right now it's summer in seeing them now

[@frifri28]

Did you get rid of them

[@AngelaJenkins--]

@@frifri28 yes they eventually just stop showing up

[@frifri28]

@@AngelaJenkins-- omg I hope they disappear for me they are terrible

[@user-fb3nu1ds9n]

Does earwigs exist in asia just a question btw

[@HisDeik]

Yes

[@CleenisNOThere]

They are in the US as well

[@patriciadelgado5195]

We start to notice few month ago . Starting be at front door little by little it was hundreds they crawl into or threw front door . Long story short we called someone exterminate Well next few days we seen thousands died all around house. Tomorrow there coming back exterminate again we are finding inside house not sure where there coming in from now. I hate this bugs I found few in my bedroom so many else where!!!

[@RovePestControl]

That sounds like a serious earwig invasion! Good call on getting professionals involved. Hopefully, the next treatment takes care of the issue for good.

[@SinisterGrape626]

me and my mom once had a LOT of ear wings in our mail box..

[@googleuser8448]

Umm i know a man who had an earwig in his ear. He was in horrible pain and had to go to the hospital to get it removed!

[@kaloners489]

That’s why I wear earplugs to sleep now

[@boogiethekingtm5413]

Corona brought me here 😂 jk jk my curiosity brought me here. Wondering if anyone else it noticing the insane amount of pincher bugs in there homes?

[@lizicadumitru9683]

Southern cali here, it's getting crazy!

[@angiejflores]

Omg yes!!!! Ive seen an influx of them. Found a couple in my bedroom 😩

[@icapfordollars9214]

Michigan Yes

[@nancyjohnson5810]

It's 95 outside but this pest crawled into my bathroom at 2:30 AM when I had dozed off in my jacuzzi and woke me up! 14 hours later the Dr. pulled it out of my ear! I can't stand these bugs down south! Beam me up Scotty!!!!!

[@RovePestControl]

That sounds like a terrible experience. Though I can't imagine a positive experience with one of those things!

[@Reverend_Kane]

They keep waking me up in my bed at night pinching my back! And just now when I sat down on my couch. Pinching my back again! Ow!

[@pixiehehe6065]

....is that why he was in my sunflower seed cup?....

[@eclipsz8702]

I slept at 11pm and end up waking up around 3am out of my sleep because I thought I felt something crawling on my body ignored it and was trying to go back to sleep I then felt something crawling right behind my ear and of course human nature I slapped it with my hand and pinched it with my fingers to get a grip of it still not knowing what it was because I sleep with lights off, so I turn my lights on and see it’s a bug that I don’t know of and drop it back on my bed it’s still alive but disabled, so I grab my phone download a bug identifier app and see what it is first thing that pops up is European earwig and I almost had a heart attack because in all locations, i snatched it right behind my ear and am now paranoid that if it laid eggs in my ear because it was a female🤦‍♂️ fuck

[@frifri28]

Did you get rid of them

[@angiejflores]

Dude! I’m so sorry that happened. I found one on my bed just now. It’s been a year later, how are you?

[@FlyingDiIdo55]

When I was a little kid, I legit found one dead in my ear

[@RovePestControl]

Yikes! Better than a live one I suppose;)

[@LILRHONDALEE]

I found one in my ear while napping in my parents bed! Alive! flipped me freaking out!

[@RovePestControl]

That sounds terrifying! Make sure to check your bedding regularly and keep your sleeping area clean to avoid earwigs.

[@TheCoolVivie]

This is the first time this year that I have found an earwig inside my home. It is fall, and they are probably looking for a warmer space. Disgusting!!!!

[@RovePestControl]

You're right! Earwigs tend to seek warmth indoors as temperatures drop in the fall. They can definitely be unpleasant to find, but sealing cracks and keeping moisture levels low can help prevent them from getting inside.

[@zenobiaw831]

I only ever see earwigs in the summer. They drown themselves constantly in my cat's drinking fountain. I change the water every day and there are usually about 3 or 4 of them. They also like to crawl into our portable cooler and drown themselves if it is full of ice and water. Annoying, dumb things.

[@RovePestControl]

Earwigs can be a real nuisance in the summer! They seem to be drawn to water sources. Keeping things dry can help deter them.

[@ashton_rwp8880]

I just got tapped bated I though you said that I gave ear wigs in my ear

[@jrwright7839]

I’m here because I just killed 8 of these things while cleaning! Even found one in the bread bag while fixing a sandwich.

[@christinahartin1197]

The in all the Corner in my house

[@TerpeneProfile1]

very thorough, ty

[@damdoom2011]

Bro I’m scared of these things

[@RovePestControl]

You’re not alone! Earwigs can definitely be creepy, but knowing what they are helps take away some of that fear. 👍

[@Lars-snyder]

Hey guy, sorry but you are wrong about the name origin of "earwig". They are called ear wigs because they get into the ears of corn and eat the silk.

[@ketari7408]

Actually it's because their wings are shaped like ears

[@Lars-snyder]

@@ketari7408 I have heard about to wings of earwigs, I have studied my earwigs for about 3 years trying to learn about them. I have never seen wings on these earwigs, I don't know what kind they are. All I know is these ones do not fly, being from New Mexico originally, I grew up hearing stories about the earwigs showing up with the spanish and decimating the native's corn. As far as I know europeans call them pincher bugs. Well that is because corn is native american not european. Not saying you are wrong but that is why I have learned. Do you have any references to your claim?

[@rranger1014]

BASIC BULLSHIT

[@supr4rce]

They are called earwigs because you find them ears of corn. I used to hate picking corn as a kid because my dads corn stalks would sometimes have a few of them!

[@rranger1014]

Negative. That is NOT the reason for their name. Don't be a buffoon!

[@supr4rce]

@@rranger1014 Uh oh….! It’s the KZbin insect police, here to correct the injustices perpetuated against beetles all over the world and call wrongdoers who could care less about what he says, mildly offensive 16th century schoolyard names!

[@iheartcarti44]

I see them in my bath 🙁

[@mikeya3170]

I saw one in my sink and drowned it with dish soap and hot water

[@RovePestControl]

Quick thinking! If you notice more, consider implementing preventative measures to keep them away.

[@Mangago-h6t]

I live in england

[@dadog1635]

Whan

[@SoWhosGae]

7th reason: I am def cursed

[@blair5988]

I'm have tons of earroacj3s anoy sure .we were told it just sell jow it ueyerdays. So doesmr or he skk

[@Lily_Samson]

Well....I’m screwed because my husband has refused to trim trees over the past 20....We live in N.Y. so spring and summer last only a few months....The Oak and Maples have continuously grown and now block all sunlight to the point of our home being dark after 10 a.m. I grew up in Fl, and if I ever saw a ‘pincher bug’ it was usually in the woods...Orkin probably contracted with every home in my neighborhood...Truly, the northeast is bug free compared to Fl., so I think I may have gotten too use to not having daily encounters with big uglies...That all ended the other night when I grabbed my 64oz insulated mug of freshly brewed sweet tea...ah...sweet tea...My one vice of the south I’m keeping...If you can’t figure out where I’m going with this well....I guess I have to put it in text... Yep...a nasty little earwig found its way into my mug, and I, I, *shutter*....I ended up with little, bleep, bleep in my mouth...🤢...🤮... Never thought for a sec that it was any kind of bug....it felt like a piece of thick plastic wrap that I quickly spit in my hand...Nope...not plastic...🤮... I’ve since wracked my brain...How did that little fart get in there? The straw? I’ve never seen one inside my home....Then...sigh...the answer came not more 30 minutes ago as I was standing at my kitchen sink fixing my husband a pitcher of tea....I see something fall from the ceiling 😳 and land right in front of me 😮 next to the open pitcher of tea...Cue the creepy 😬 music....An earwig....I sprayed it with dish soap which killed it and walked out to show/tell my hubby what had happened, and said, I’m 98% sure this is how one ended up in my mug... Sigh...he shrugged... WTHeck...☹️ 🥺 😠 🤔 Perhaps one night he will crawl into bed and find a harmless little snake to tickle his toes... Harmless or not, he can’t stand them...😏😏 Yeah, I probably won’t exert the energy, but it’s a fantasy that pushes my irritation aside...😏

[@frifri28]

Did you get rid of them

[@Lily_Samson]

@@frifri28 in the northeast they hide somewhere in the cooler months. However, I encouraged the comeback of these wispy little spiders that disappeared when ugly barn spiders took over...Since then I’ve seen no earwigs, or any other ugly spiders. I wish I knew the technical name for the wispy ones because they were key...

[@RaffaelloLorenzusSayde]

More like summer months in my area 🤢🤮

[@RovePestControl]

Sorry to hear that! Earwigs tend to be more active during certain times, but proper pest control measures can help keep them in check.

[@bornintheusa3768]

It’s summer here, I don’t want them inside

[@frifri28]

Did you get rid of them

[@bornintheusa3768]

@@frifri28 yes eventually we bought stuff to put around the foundation

[@frifri28]

@@bornintheusa3768 oh what was it bc I’m having problem with them ?

[@bornintheusa3768]

@@frifri28 I don’t remember the name of it, we looked on line, Home Depot had it...look for something for earwigs

[@frifri28]

@@bornintheusa3768 great thank you !

[@katanatamar4188]

Just killed an earwig and found this video. I’m in my sewing room with 6500k LED daylight lighting at 4am 😂😂🤣 Def think it’s the last reason then

[@RovePestControl]

That will do it!

[@franklinemmie]

I saw one in my shower before I got in on the shower handle I touched. I panicked and grabbed the shower head and sprayed it down the shower drain lol. ;-;

[@frifri28]

Got rid of them ?

[@jethro9692]

Phew my country Indonesia will never have winter 😌

[@whitelilythefav]

There in my school

[@SydneyHairston-sc3zi]

I hate earwigs

[@RovePestControl]

You're not alone! Earwigs give a lot of people the creeps.

[@gachaduckyfam3333]

It's summer 🌞🏖️ for me

[@ryansalladay9523]

Tight small spaces? Like ears? Jk

[@subboytris8946]

Just wear earpods and nosepods

[@fakeaccount8342]

And dickpods! Don't need em going in there!

[@skydriver5709]

The idea they crawl into your ear has absolutely nothing to do with why they're called earwigs. Their named (eare wicga), because the shape of their wing or 'wicga' is shaped like an ear 'eare'. Their name means ear-wing.

[@RovePestControl]

Fascinating! Thanks for shedding light on the etymology. Earwig's name sure has an interesting origin.

[@trxntdreams9644]

The earwigs were my friends until I moved:

[@r2dxhate]

Why would anyone be afraid of earwigs?

[@thecookj454]

because they can crawl in your ears while your sleeping, its fairly common for it happen

[@r2dxhate]

@@thecookj454 So common that it actually never happens.

[@CleenisNOThere]

@@r2dxhate what do you know of? I’ve been hearing these things drop down from ceilings like it’s a horror movie

[@louismays7810]

Im only joking buddy ty 4 your vid

[@RovePestControl]

🙂

[@drewsample9610]

As someone who loves invertebrates, I read this video as how to attract earwigs to your home so you can start a colony :D #earwigloveforever

[@bikerboy72]

Are you a serial killer too?

[@elizabethhorvath7972]

I have them in my house right now and I'm so jealous of your outlook because I'm honestly one pincher bug away from a nervous breakdown 😩.

[@Jawsomest]

@@elizabethhorvath7972 Bro Dont worry, ear wigs are LIKE GARBAGE, Mosquitos do more damage, Earwigs dont sting, on the off chance you get “pinched” its more like if a baby tried to twist your skin, NOTHING. Also they eat other pest, like uhh, idk.

[@gammacxy]

@@Jawsomest yea but they attract spiders, and spiders are really curious so they get in your bed n stuff

[@naileataylor2106]

What- 😃

[@solarlola5953]

Very irritating

[@frifri28]

Did you get rid of them