What is another word for forficulidae?
Pronunciation: [fˈɔːfɪkjˌʊlɪdˌiː] (IPA) 
Forficulidae is the scientific name for the family of insects commonly known as earwigs. While many people are familiar with the name earwig, there are a number of other synonyms that can be used to refer to this insect family. For example, some people might refer to them as pincer bugs, due to the distinctive pincers located at the end of their abdomen. Other synonyms include forcep bugs, earwigflies, and tongs of death. Regardless of what you choose to call them, these insects are generally nocturnal and can often be found hiding in dark, damp places like under rocks or in leaf litter.
