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Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus)
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Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus)

Download image The Castor Bean Tick (Ixodes ricinus), also known as the sheep tick or…

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Orange Tip Butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines)
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Orange Tip Butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines)

Download image The Orange Tip Butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) is a distinctive and widespread butterfly from…

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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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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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Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus)
Uncategorized Tick

Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus)

Download image The Castor Bean Tick (Ixodes ricinus), also known as the sheep tick or…

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Western honey bee (Apis mellifera)
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Western honey bee (Apis mellifera)

Download image 🐝 Western Honey Bee (Apis mellifera) The Western honey bee, Apis mellifera, is…

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Blue glassy tiger (Ideopsis similis)
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Blue glassy tiger (Ideopsis similis)

Download full size image 🦋 Blue Glassy Tiger (Ideopsis similis) – Overview The Blue Glassy…

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Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus)
Uncategorized Tick

Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus)

Download image The Castor Bean Tick (Ixodes ricinus), also known as the sheep tick or…

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Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus)
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Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus)

Download image The Castor Bean Tick (Ixodes ricinus), also known as the sheep tick or…

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German cockroach (Blattella germanica)
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German cockroach (Blattella germanica)

Download image Overview The German cockroach is one of the most common and persistent household…

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Birch shieldbug (Elasmostethus interstinctus)
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Birch shieldbug (Elasmostethus interstinctus)

Download full size image Birch Shieldbug (Elasmostethus interstinctus) The Birch Shieldbug is a colorful, broad-bodied…

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Golden tree snake (Chrysopelea ornata)
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Golden tree snake (Chrysopelea ornata)

Download image 🐍 Golden Tree Snake (Chrysopelea ornata) – Overview The Golden Tree Snake, also…

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Mazarine Blue (Cyaniris semiargus)
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Mazarine Blue (Cyaniris semiargus)

Download image 🦋 Mazarine Blue (Cyaniris semiargus) – Overview The Mazarine Blue is a charming…

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Castor Bean Tick (Ixodes ricinus)
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Castor Bean Tick (Ixodes ricinus)

Download image The Castor Bean Tick (Ixodes ricinus) stands as a formidable figure in the…

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Woodland jumping spider (Evarcha falcata)
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Woodland jumping spider (Evarcha falcata)

🕷️ Overview Download image Jumping spiders belong to the family Salticidae, the largest family of…

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German cockroach (Blattella germanica)

Download image Overview The German cockroach is one of the most common and persistent household…

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Woodland jumping spider (Evarcha falcata)
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Woodland jumping spider (Evarcha falcata)

🕷️ Overview Download full size image Jumping spiders belong to the family Salticidae, the largest…

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Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus)
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Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus)

Download image The Castor Bean Tick (Ixodes ricinus), also known as the sheep tick or…

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Mazarine Blue (Cyaniris semiargus)
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Mazarine Blue (Cyaniris semiargus)

Download image 🦋 Mazarine Blue (Cyaniris semiargus) – Overview The Mazarine Blue is a charming…

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  • Cuckoo wasp (Crysis)
  • Purple-edged copper (Lycaena hippothoe)
  • Common Mayfly (Ephemera vulgata)
  • Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)
  • Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)
  • Silver-washed Fritillary (Argynnis paphia)
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  • Splayed deer fly (Chrysops caecutiens)
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  • Cowslip, common cowslip, or cowslip primrose (Primula veris)
  • Old World Swallowtail (Papilio machaon)
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Copper sun jumper (Heliophanus cupreus)
Copper sun jumper (Heliophanus cupreus)
Copper sun jumper (Heliophanus cupreus)
Copper sun jumper (Heliophanus cupreus)
Copper sun jumper (Heliophanus cupreus)
Copper sun jumper (Heliophanus cupreus)
Copper sun jumper (Heliophanus cupreus)
Copper sun jumper (Heliophanus cupreus)
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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)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
22-spot ladybird (Psyllobora vigintiduopunctata)
22-spot ladybird (Psyllobora vigintiduopunctata)
German cockroach (Blattella germanica)
German cockroach (Blattella germanica)
Blackspotted pliers support beetle (Rhagium mordax)
Blackspotted pliers support beetle (Rhagium mordax)
American Aspen Beetle (Gonioctena viminalis)
American Aspen Beetle (Gonioctena viminalis)
Nettle weevil (Phyllobius pomaceus)
Nettle weevil (Phyllobius pomaceus)
Red-Brown Longhorn Beetle (Stictoleptura rubra)
Red-Brown Longhorn Beetle (Stictoleptura rubra)
Black-spotted longhorn beetle (Rhagium mordax)
Black-spotted longhorn beetle (Rhagium mordax)
False blister beetle (Crysanthia viridissima)
False blister beetle (Crysanthia viridissima)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Knotgrass leaf beetle (Chrysolina polita)
Knotgrass leaf beetle (Chrysolina polita)
Dead-Nettle Leaf Beetle (Crysolina fastuosa)
Dead-Nettle Leaf Beetle (Crysolina fastuosa)
Blackspotted pliers support beetle (Rhagium mordax)
Blackspotted pliers support beetle (Rhagium mordax)
Lily leaf beetle (Lilioceris lilii)
Lily leaf beetle (Lilioceris lilii)
Striped bug (Graphosoma lineatum)
Striped bug (Graphosoma lineatum)
American Aspen Beetle (Gonioctena viminalis)
American Aspen Beetle (Gonioctena viminalis)
22-spot ladybird (Psyllobora vigintiduopunctata)
22-spot ladybird (Psyllobora vigintiduopunctata)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
Aspen Leaf-rolling Weevil (Byctiscus populi)
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