Do earwigs crawl on walls?

Do earwigs crawl on walls? Yes, earwigs can crawl on walls, as they are capable climbers that can climb vertical surfaces like walls, especially in search of moisture, shelter, and food, though they prefer ground level in mulch and soil. They may be seen crawling on exterior walls of houses at night, attracted to lights, and may enter through gaps around windows and doors by crawling up walls. Indoors, they may crawl on walls in basements, bathrooms, and damp areas, especially near cracks and entry points, as they explore. They have legs adapted for crawling on various surfaces. However, they do not typically infest walls like some insects, they just use walls as pathway to enter. So earwigs can crawl on walls, both outside and inside, especially at night when they are active, but they prefer to hide in dark crevices rather than stay exposed on walls during day, so seeing them on walls at night is common when they are active and seeking shelter or prey.