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Copper sun jumper (Heliophanus cupreus)
Copper sun jumper (Heliophanus cupreus)
Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides podalirius)
Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides podalirius)
Splayed deer fly (Chrysops caecutiens)
Splayed deer fly (Chrysops caecutiens)
Old World Swallowtail (Papilio machaon)
Old World Swallowtail (Papilio machaon)
Black-shouldered shieldbug (Carpocoris purpureipennis)
Black-shouldered shieldbug (Carpocoris purpureipennis)
Lesser marbled fritillary (Brenthis ino)
Lesser marbled fritillary (Brenthis ino)
Ruby Tiger Moth (Phragmatobia fuliginosa)
Ruby Tiger Moth (Phragmatobia fuliginosa)
Cowslip, common cowslip, or cowslip primrose (Primula veris)
Cowslip, common cowslip, or cowslip primrose (Primula veris)
Copper sun jumper (Heliophanus cupreus)
Copper sun jumper (Heliophanus cupreus)
Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides podalirius)
Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides podalirius)
Splayed deer fly (Chrysops caecutiens)
Splayed deer fly (Chrysops caecutiens)
Old World Swallowtail (Papilio machaon)
Old World Swallowtail (Papilio machaon)
Black-shouldered shieldbug (Carpocoris purpureipennis)
Black-shouldered shieldbug (Carpocoris purpureipennis)
Lesser marbled fritillary (Brenthis ino)
Lesser marbled fritillary (Brenthis ino)
Ruby Tiger Moth (Phragmatobia fuliginosa)
Ruby Tiger Moth (Phragmatobia fuliginosa)
Cowslip, common cowslip, or cowslip primrose (Primula veris)
Cowslip, common cowslip, or cowslip primrose (Primula veris)
  • Copper sun jumper (Heliophanus cupreus)

    Copper sun jumper (Heliophanus cupreus)

  • Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides podalirius)

    Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides podalirius)

  • Copper sun jumper (Heliophanus cupreus)

    Copper sun jumper (Heliophanus cupreus)

  • Small Copper (Lycaena phlaeas)

    Small Copper (Lycaena phlaeas)

  • Black-shouldered shieldbug (Carpocoris purpureipennis)

    Black-shouldered shieldbug (Carpocoris purpureipennis)

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    Jumping spider

    Woodland jumping spider (Evarcha falcata)

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    German cockroach (Blattella germanica)

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Ground lackey (Malacosoma castrensis)
Butterfly

Ground lackey (Malacosoma castrensis)

Download image The Ground Lackey (Malacosoma castrensis) is a species of moth belonging to the…

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Julia Heliconian (Dryas iulia)
Butterfly Uncategorized

Julia Heliconian (Dryas iulia)

Download image The Julia Heliconian (Dryas iulia), commonly known as the Julia butterfly, is a…

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Emma gray`s forest lizard (Calotes emma)
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Emma gray`s forest lizard (Calotes emma)

Download image Emma Gray's Forest Lizard, scientifically known as Calotes emma, is a species of…

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Splayed deer fly (Chrysops caecutiens)
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Splayed deer fly (Chrysops caecutiens)

Download image Deep Overview: Splayed Deer Fly (Chrysops caecutiens) The Splayed Deer Fly (Chrysops caecutiens)…

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Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
Beetle

Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)

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

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Silver-washed Fritillary (Argynnis paphia)
Butterfly

Silver-washed Fritillary (Argynnis paphia)

Download image 🦋 Silver-washed Fritillary (Argynnis paphia) The Silver-washed Fritillary is a large, strikingly beautiful…

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Splayed deer fly (Chrysops caecutiens)
Fly

Splayed deer fly (Chrysops caecutiens)

Download image Deep Overview: Splayed Deer Fly (Chrysops caecutiens) The Splayed Deer Fly (Chrysops caecutiens)…

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### 🐝 Common Carder Bee (*Bombus pascuorum*) – Overview The **Common Carder Bee** is a widespread species of **bumblebee** found throughout **Europe** and parts of **Asia**. It’s easily recognized by its **gingery-brown fur** and its gentle behavior. As one of the last bumblebees active into autumn, it's a vital late-season pollinator. --- ### 🔍 **Identification** | Feature | Description | | --------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------- | | **Size** | Workers: 10–14 mmQueens: 15–18 mmMales: 13–15 mm | | **Color** | Ginger-brown thorax; variable abdomen (tan, brown, or dark bands) | | **Hair** | Fluffy, with a soft and “carded” appearance (hence the name) | | **Face** | Long-tongued; adapted for deep flowers | > Similar species include *Bombus muscorum* and *Bombus humilis*, but *B. pascuorum* is more common in gardens and urban settings. --- ### 🌼 **Habitat & Flowers** * Found in **gardens**, **meadows**, **hedgerows**, **roadsides**, and **urban areas**. * Forages from a wide range of flowers, including: * **Red clover**, **vetch**, **dead-nettle**, **knapweed**, **lavender**, and **borage**. --- ### 🐝 **Nesting Behavior** * Nests **above ground** in dense grass, moss, or compost heaps. * The queen uses **moss and grass to "card" and line the nest**, giving the species its name. * Colonies are **relatively small** (50–150 workers). --- ### ♻️ **Life Cycle** 1. **Spring**: Queen emerges and finds a nest site. 2. **Early Summer**: First brood of workers hatches. 3. **Mid–Late Summer**: Male bees and new queens produced. 4. **Autumn**: Males and old queens die; new queens hibernate. --- ### 🧠 **Fun Facts** * Unlike honeybees, bumblebee colonies **do not survive winter** — only **new queens overwinter**. * One of the **last bumblebee species active into October/November**, depending on the region. * Considered a **key pollinator** in both wild and agricultural ecosystems. --- ### 🌱 **How to Help Them** * Grow nectar-rich flowers that bloom from spring to autumn. * Avoid using pesticides, especially neonicotinoids. * Leave areas of unmown grass or log piles for potential nesting sites. --- Would you like a comparison between *Bombus pascuorum* and other common bumblebees in your area (e.g., *Bombus terrestris*, *Bombus lapidarius*)?
Bee

Common carder bee (Bombus pascuorum)

Download image 🐝 Common Carder Bee (Bombus pascuorum) – Overview The Common Carder Bee is…

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Old World Swallowtail (Papilio machaon)
Butterfly

Old World Swallowtail (Papilio machaon)

Download image The Old World Swallowtail, scientifically known as Papilio machaon, is a striking and…

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Western honey bee (Apis mellifera)
Bee

Western honey bee (Apis mellifera)

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

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Old World Swallowtail (Papilio machaon)
Butterfly

Cola de golondrina del Viejo Mundo (Papilio machaon)

TLa mariposa cola de golondrina del Viejo Mundo, conocida científicamente como Papilio machaon , es una mariposa…

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Hummingbird hawk moth (Macroglossum stellaturum)
Fly

Hummingbird hawk moth (Macroglossum stellaturum)

Download full size image The Hummingbird Hawk Moth (Macroglossum stellatarum) is a fascinating moth known…

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Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
Spider

Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)

Download image 🕷️ Green Crab Spider (Diaea dorsata) The green crab spider, Diaea dorsata, is…

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Black-legged flower fly (Syrphus vitripennis)
Fly

Black-legged flower fly (Syrphus vitripennis)

Download image Here is a detailed overview of the Black-legged Flower Fly (Syrphus vitripennis), a…

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Mazarine Blue (Cyaniris semiargus)
Butterfly

Mazarine Blue (Cyaniris semiargus)

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

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Blackspotted pliers support beetle (Rhagium mordax)
Beetle

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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Ringlet (Aphantopus hyperantus)
Butterfly

Ringlet (Aphantopus hyperantus)

Download full size image The Ringlet (Aphantopus hyperantus) is a charming butterfly commonly found in…

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False blister beetle (Crysanthia viridissima)
Beetle

False blister beetle (Crysanthia viridissima)

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

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White admiral (Limenitis camilla)
Butterfly

White admiral (Limenitis camilla)

Download image Overview The White Admiral (Limenitis camilla) is a striking and graceful woodland butterfly…

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Copper sun jumper (Heliophanus cupreus)
Spider

Copper sun jumper (Heliophanus cupreus)

Download image The Copper Sun Jumper (Heliophanus cupreus) is a small, visually striking spider in…

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Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)
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Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
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