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Jumping spider
Woodland jumping spider (Evarcha falcata)
European nursery web spider (Pisaura mirabilis)
European nursery web spider (Pisaura mirabilis)
Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
Violet Dropwing (Trithemis annulata)
Violet Dropwing (Trithemis annulata)
European garden spider (Araneus diadematus)
European garden spider (Araneus diadematus)
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.
Small Tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae)
Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides podalirius)
Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides podalirius)
Common green bottle fly (Lucilia sericata)
Common green bottle fly (Lucilia sericata)
Jumping spider
Woodland jumping spider (Evarcha falcata)
European nursery web spider (Pisaura mirabilis)
European nursery web spider (Pisaura mirabilis)
Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
Alder Leaf Beetle (Agelastica alni)
Violet Dropwing (Trithemis annulata)
Violet Dropwing (Trithemis annulata)
European garden spider (Araneus diadematus)
European garden spider (Araneus diadematus)
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.
Small Tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae)
Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides podalirius)
Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides podalirius)
Common green bottle fly (Lucilia sericata)
Common green bottle fly (Lucilia sericata)
  • Jumping spider

    Woodland jumping spider (Evarcha falcata)

  • European nursery web spider (Pisaura mirabilis)

    European nursery web spider (Pisaura mirabilis)

  • Copper sun jumper (Heliophanus cupreus)

    Copper sun jumper (Heliophanus cupreus)

  • Small Copper (Lycaena phlaeas)

    Small Copper (Lycaena phlaeas)

  • Jumping spider

    Woodland jumping spider (Evarcha falcata)

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    German cockroach (Blattella germanica)

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    Woodland jumping spider (Evarcha falcata)

    Woodland jumping spider (Evarcha falcata)

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Large Copper (Lycaena dispar)
Butterfly

Large Copper (Lycaena dispar)

Download image Deep Overview: Large Copper (Lycaena dispar) The Large Copper (Lycaena dispar) is a…

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Ruby Tiger Moth (Phragmatobia fuliginosa)
Butterfly

Ruby Tiger Moth (Phragmatobia fuliginosa)

Download image The Ruby Tiger Moth (Phragmatobia fuliginosa) is a strikingly beautiful moth that belongs…

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Common Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni)
Butterfly

Common Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni)

Download image 🦋 Common Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni) The Common Brimstone is a large, lemon-yellow butterfly…

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Common crab spider (Xysticus cristatus)
Spider

Common crab spider (Xysticus cristatus)

Download image Common Crab Spider (Xysticus cristatus) is a species of spider belonging to the…

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Flesh fly (Sarcophaga carnaria)
Fly

Flesh fly (Sarcophaga carnaria)

Download full size image The Sarcophaga carnaria, commonly called the flesh fly, is a medium-to-large…

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Small Tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae)
Butterfly

Small Tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae)

Download full size image Here's a detailed overview of the Small Tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae) —…

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European peacock (Aglais io)
Butterfly

European peacock (Aglais io)

Download full size image The European Peacock (Aglais io) is one of the most recognizable…

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Arran brown (Erebia ligea)
Butterfly

Arran brown (Erebia ligea)

Download image The Arran Brown (Erebia ligea) is a striking butterfly species belonging to the…

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Red-veined Darter (Sympetrum fonscolombii)
Darter

Red-veined Darter (Sympetrum fonscolombii)

Download image Red-veined Darter (Sympetrum fonscolombii) – Overview The Red-veined Darter (Sympetrum fonscolombii) is a…

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Small Copper (Lycaena phlaeas)
Butterfly

Small Copper (Lycaena phlaeas)

Download image TDeep Overview: Small Copper (Lycaena phlaeas) The Small Copper (Lycaena phlaeas) is a…

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Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)
Butterfly

Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)

Download full size image Deep Overview: Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus) The Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus)…

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Comma butterfly (Polygonia c-album)
Butterfly

Comma butterfly (Polygonia c-album)

Download image The Comma butterfly (Polygonia c-album) is a distinctive and striking species of butterfly…

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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 Mayfly (Ephemera vulgata)
Fly

Common Mayfly (Ephemera vulgata)

Free Download image The Common Mayfly (Ephemera vulgata) is a widely distributed species of mayfly…

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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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European garden spider (Araneus diadematus)
Spider

European garden spider (Araneus diadematus)

Download full size image Overview The European garden spider, Araneus diadematus, also known as the…

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Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
Beetle

Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)

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

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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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Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus)
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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Heath Fritillary (Melitaea parthenoides)
Butterfly

Heath Fritillary (Melitaea parthenoides)

Download image The Heath Fritillary (Melitaea parthenoides), a member of the Nymphalidae family, commonly known…

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