Earwigs are unsightly, confused insects and are usually regarded as nuisance pests. It’s a widely held belief that these insects will dig into people’s ears to lay eggs. This narrative may have given rise to the earwig’s name. However, it is far from the truth. Some earwig species can cause substantial plant damage, while others can cause slight discomfort and scratches when they pinch, but they serve helpful duties.   It is advised that you leave earwigs alone if there aren’t a lot of them. But if they’re causing problems in your house or garden, then seek professional removal. Once you’ve determined that you’re working with earwigs, it’s important to ...