Earwigs

Identification: Brown insects with forceps-like pincers.
Symptoms: Irregular leaf holes, flower damage, or chewed seedlings.
Control:

  • Oil Traps: Tuna cans with soy sauce and oil attract and trap them.

  • Cardboard Rolls: Place overnight and discard in morning.

  • Diatomaceous Earth: Apply around garden beds.

  • Encourage Predators: Birds and toads feed on earwigs.