Smyrnean Earwig

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Forficula smyrnensis

Smyrnean Earwig, a reference photo
Photo: Assafn · CC BY 2.5 (licence)

Forficula smyrnensis is a species of earwig in the family Forficulidae. It is mostly found in the Palearctic realm.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Smyrnean Earwig being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Arthropoda
Class
Insecta
Order
Dermaptera
Family
Forficulidae
Species
Forficula smyrnensis

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