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on the turf, or among the plants on which they live. These 

 insects are generally seen in the months of June and July. 



5. EARWIG TRIBE. 



The Earwigs are distinguished from all other insects, 

 3y having their wings folded up, somewhat in the manner 

 of a fan, under short wing-cases, and by the tail being 

 armed with a forceps. 



Common Earwig. There is a general prejudice against 

 Earwigs, founded on a notion that these insects have been 

 mown to creep into people's ears, and occasion their 

 death. Nothing, however, can be well more absurd, as 

 the wax and membranes of these organs are a sufficient 

 defence against any such attacks. The wings of Earwigs, 

 when unfolded, are very large and beautiful. The grubs, 

 or larvae, are extremely active, from the moment they 

 issue from the eggs. Both in this and their perfect state, 

 they are very injurious in gardens, living among, and 

 destroying in great quantity, both fruit and flowers. 



ORDER II. HEMIPTEROUS INSECTS. 



6. COCK-ROACH TRIBE. 



These are chiefly nocturnal insects, and are seldom to 

 be seen during the day. 



Common Cock-roach. In kitchens and bakehouses of 

 large towns, this species of Cock-roach are sometimes 

 numerous. They feed on flour, bread, and other 



