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22-spot ladybird (Psyllobora vigintiduopunctata)
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22-spot ladybird (Psyllobora vigintiduopunctata)

Exclusive download full size image The 22-spot Ladybird (Psyllobora vigintiduopunctata) is a small, brightly colored…

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Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata)
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Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata)

Download image The Colorado Potato Beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata) is a notorious agricultural pest, primarily known…

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Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
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Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)

Download image Here is a detailed overview of the Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni), a…

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Dead-Nettle Leaf Beetle (Crysolina fastuosa)
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Dead-Nettle Leaf Beetle (Crysolina fastuosa)

Download image Dead-Nettle Leaf Beetle (Chrysolina fastuosa) The Dead-nettle leaf beetle, Chrysolina fastuosa, is a…

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Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
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Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)

Download image Here is a detailed overview of the Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni), a…

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Blackspotted pliers support beetle (Rhagium mordax)
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Blackspotted pliers support beetle (Rhagium mordax)

Download full size image Blackspotted Pliers Support Beetle (Rhagium mordax) (also known simply as Black-spotted…

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False blister beetle (Crysanthia viridissima)
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False blister beetle (Crysanthia viridissima)

Download image Appearance: The False Blister Beetle is known for its striking green coloration with…

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Common red soldier beetle (Rhagonycha fulva)
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Common red soldier beetle (Rhagonycha fulva)

Download image Here’s a detailed overview of the Common Red Soldier Beetle (Rhagonycha fulva), a…

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Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
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Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)

Download image The Leaf Beetle (Plagiosterna aenea) is a small, metallic beetle belonging to the…

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Rubber root borer (Batocera rubus)
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Rubber root borer (Batocera rubus)

Download image Rubber Root Borer (Batocera rubus) The Rubber Root Borer, Batocera rubus, is a…

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Large poplar borer, longhorn beetle (Saperda carcharias)
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Large poplar borer, longhorn beetle (Saperda carcharias)

Download full size image The Large poplar borer (Saperda carcharias) is a robust longhorn beetle…

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Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
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Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)

Download image Here is a detailed overview of the Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni), a…

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American Aspen Beetle (Gonioctena viminalis)
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American Aspen Beetle (Gonioctena viminalis)

Download image The American Aspen Beetle (Gonioctena viminalis) is a species of leaf beetle in…

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Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
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Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)

Download image The Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil, scientifically known as Byctiscus populi, is a species of…

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Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata)
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Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata)

Download image The Colorado Potato Beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata) is a notorious agricultural pest, primarily known…

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Large Pine Weevil (Hylobius abietis)
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Large Pine Weevil (Hylobius abietis)

Download image LARGE PINE WEEVIL (HYLOBIUS ABIETIS) – A TOUGH, TREE-DEVOURING SURVIVOR! 🌲🐞 Let me…

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American Aspen Beetle (Gonioctena viminalis)
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American Aspen Beetle (Gonioctena viminalis)

Download image The American Aspen Beetle (Gonioctena viminalis) is a species of leaf beetle in…

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Black-spotted longhorn beetle (Rhagium mordax)
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Black-spotted longhorn beetle (Rhagium mordax)

Download photo The Black-spotted Longhorn Beetle (Rhagium mordax) is a notable species of beetle belonging…

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Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
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Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)

Download image The Leaf Beetle (Plagiosterna aenea) is a small, metallic beetle belonging to the…

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Large Pine Weevil (Hylobius abietis)
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Large Pine Weevil (Hylobius abietis)

Download image LARGE PINE WEEVIL (HYLOBIUS ABIETIS) – A TOUGH, TREE-DEVOURING SURVIVOR! 🌲🐞 Let me…

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  • Old World Swallowtail (Papilio machaon)
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Common crab spider (Xysticus cristatus)
Common crab spider (Xysticus cristatus)
Jumping spider
Jumping spider
Jumping Spider (Evarcha falcata)
Jumping Spider (Evarcha falcata)
European garden spider (Araneus diadematus)
European garden spider (Araneus diadematus)
Goldenrod crab spider (Misumena Vatia)
Goldenrod crab spider (Misumena Vatia)
Goldenrod crab spider (Misumena Vatia)
Goldenrod crab spider (Misumena Vatia)
Green Huntsman spider (Micrommata virescens)
Green Huntsman spider (Micrommata virescens)
Common crab spider (Xysticus cristatus)
Common crab spider (Xysticus cristatus)
Goldenrod crab spider (Misumena Vatia)
Goldenrod crab spider (Misumena Vatia)
Goldenrod crab spider (Misumena Vatia)
Goldenrod crab spider (Misumena Vatia)
Woodland jumping spider (Evarcha falcata)
Woodland jumping spider (Evarcha falcata)
European nursery web spider (Pisaura mirabilis)
European nursery web spider (Pisaura mirabilis)
Common crab spider (Xysticus cristatus)
Common crab spider (Xysticus cristatus)
Common crab spider (Xysticus cristatus)
Common crab spider (Xysticus cristatus)
Common crab spider (Xysticus cristatus)v
Common crab spider (Xysticus cristatus)v
Common crab spider (Xysticus cristatus)
Common crab spider (Xysticus cristatus)
Common crab spider (Xysticus cristatus)
Common crab spider (Xysticus cristatus)
Woodland jumping spider (Evarcha falcata)
Woodland jumping spider (Evarcha falcata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
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Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)
Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)
Common tiger (Danaus genutia)
Common tiger (Danaus genutia)
Orange Tip Butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines)
Orange Tip Butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines)
Comma butterfly (Polygonia c-album)
Comma butterfly (Polygonia c-album)
Old World Swallowtail (Papilio machaon)
Old World Swallowtail (Papilio machaon)
Orange gull (Cepora judith)
Orange gull (Cepora judith)
Green hairstreak (Callophrys rubi)
Green hairstreak (Callophrys rubi)
Common copper (Lycaena phlaeas)
Common copper (Lycaena phlaeas)
Mazarine Blue (Cyaniris semiargus)
Mazarine Blue (Cyaniris semiargus)
Blue glassy tiger (Ideopsis similis)
Blue glassy tiger (Ideopsis similis)
Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides podalirius)
Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides podalirius)
Download full size image The Small Tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae) is a charming butterfly species belonging to the family Nymphalidae, known for its striking appearance and widespread distribution across Europe and parts of Asia. Here's a detailed description: Physical Characteristics: The Small Tortoiseshell butterfly is of medium size, with a wingspan typically ranging from 45 to 55 millimeters. It displays a distinctive pattern of bright orange wings bordered by a black band with white spots. The forewings also feature a row of blue crescents near the outer edge, while the hindwings have a series of blue spots and a border of black and yellow. The undersides of the wings are mottled brown, providing effective camouflage when the butterfly is at rest. Habitat and Distribution: Small Tortoiseshell butterflies are commonly found in a variety of habitats, including meadows, grasslands, woodlands, gardens, and urban areas. They are distributed across much of Europe, including the British Isles, Scandinavia, and the Mediterranean region, as well as parts of Asia, such as Siberia, Central Asia, and the Middle East. They are particularly abundant in temperate regions with diverse plant species. Behavior and Life Cycle: Small Tortoiseshell butterflies are diurnal and active during the warmer months of the year, especially in spring and summer. They are strong and agile flyers, often seen fluttering among flowers in search of nectar and mates. The females lay eggs singly on the leaves of stinging nettles (Urtica spp.), which serve as the primary larval host plant. The caterpillars hatch from the eggs and feed on the leaves of the host plants before pupating and emerging as adult butterflies. Conservation Status: The Small Tortoiseshell is not considered globally threatened and is generally common and widespread throughout its range. However, like many butterfly species, it may face localized threats due to habitat loss, fragmentation, and degradation caused by agricultural intensification, urbanization, and climate change. Conservation efforts focused on preserving and restoring habitats, protecting larval host plants, and minimizing human disturbance are crucial for ensuring the long-term survival of this iconic butterfly species. Overall, the Small Tortoiseshell butterfly is a beautiful and ecologically important species, valued for its striking appearance, graceful flight, and role in pollination and ecosystem functioning. Its presence adds vibrancy and vitality to natural landscapes and serves as a symbol of the rich biodiversity of the regions where it is found.
Download full size image The Small Tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae) is a charming butterfly species belonging to the family Nymphalidae, known for its striking appearance and widespread distribution across Europe and parts of Asia. Here's a detailed description: Physical Characteristics: The Small Tortoiseshell butterfly is of medium size, with a wingspan typically ranging from 45 to 55 millimeters. It displays a distinctive pattern of bright orange wings bordered by a black band with white spots. The forewings also feature a row of blue crescents near the outer edge, while the hindwings have a series of blue spots and a border of black and yellow. The undersides of the wings are mottled brown, providing effective camouflage when the butterfly is at rest. Habitat and Distribution: Small Tortoiseshell butterflies are commonly found in a variety of habitats, including meadows, grasslands, woodlands, gardens, and urban areas. They are distributed across much of Europe, including the British Isles, Scandinavia, and the Mediterranean region, as well as parts of Asia, such as Siberia, Central Asia, and the Middle East. They are particularly abundant in temperate regions with diverse plant species. Behavior and Life Cycle: Small Tortoiseshell butterflies are diurnal and active during the warmer months of the year, especially in spring and summer. They are strong and agile flyers, often seen fluttering among flowers in search of nectar and mates. The females lay eggs singly on the leaves of stinging nettles (Urtica spp.), which serve as the primary larval host plant. The caterpillars hatch from the eggs and feed on the leaves of the host plants before pupating and emerging as adult butterflies. Conservation Status: The Small Tortoiseshell is not considered globally threatened and is generally common and widespread throughout its range. However, like many butterfly species, it may face localized threats due to habitat loss, fragmentation, and degradation caused by agricultural intensification, urbanization, and climate change. Conservation efforts focused on preserving and restoring habitats, protecting larval host plants, and minimizing human disturbance are crucial for ensuring the long-term survival of this iconic butterfly species. Overall, the Small Tortoiseshell butterfly is a beautiful and ecologically important species, valued for its striking appearance, graceful flight, and role in pollination and ecosystem functioning. Its presence adds vibrancy and vitality to natural landscapes and serves as a symbol of the rich biodiversity of the regions where it is found.
Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)
Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)
Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)
Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)
False heath fritillary (Melitaea diamina)
False heath fritillary (Melitaea diamina)
Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)
Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)
Northern chequered skipper (Carterocephalus silvicola)
Northern chequered skipper (Carterocephalus silvicola)
Mazarine Blue (Cyaniris semiargus)
Mazarine Blue (Cyaniris semiargus)
Chestnut heath (Coenonympha glycerion)
Chestnut heath (Coenonympha glycerion)
Lesser marbled fritillary (Brenthis ino)
Lesser marbled fritillary (Brenthis ino)
Common tiger (Danaus genutia)
Common tiger (Danaus genutia)
European peacock (Inachis io)
European peacock (Inachis io)
Green hairstreak (Callophrys rubi)
Green hairstreak (Callophrys rubi)
Julia Heliconian (Dryas iulia)
Julia Heliconian (Dryas iulia)
Mazarine Blue (Cyaniris semiargus)
Mazarine Blue (Cyaniris semiargus)
Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)
Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)
Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)
Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)
Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides podalirius)
Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides podalirius)
Old World Swallowtail (Papilio machaon)
Old World Swallowtail (Papilio machaon)
Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)
Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)
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Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
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Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Large poplar borer, longhorn beetle (Saperda carcharias)
Large poplar borer, longhorn beetle (Saperda carcharias)
Large poplar borer, longhorn beetle (Saperda carcharias)
Large poplar borer, longhorn beetle (Saperda carcharias)
Large poplar borer, longhorn beetle (Saperda carcharias)
Large poplar borer, longhorn beetle (Saperda carcharias)
Large poplar borer, longhorn beetle (Saperda carcharias)
Large poplar borer, longhorn beetle (Saperda carcharias)
Large poplar borer, longhorn beetle (Saperda carcharias)
Large poplar borer, longhorn beetle (Saperda carcharias)
Large poplar borer, longhorn beetle (Saperda carcharias)
Large poplar borer, longhorn beetle (Saperda carcharias)
Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata)
Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata)
Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata)
Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata)
Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata)
Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata)
Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata)
Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata)
Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata)
Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata)
Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
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