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European earwig

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Definition of European earwig

: a large earwig (Forficula auricularia) native to Europe but now a pest in various parts of the world

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“European earwig.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/European%20earwig. Accessed 24 Oct. 2021.

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