Category: Arthropoda


Erynnis brizo

Posted by:admin Posted On:26 Feb 2025

Sleepy Duskywing Taxonomy Common Names by Region Description Habitat & Range Life Cycle & Behavior Conservation Status Additional Notes

Heliconius charithonia zebra longwing black and offwhite /yellowish striped butterfly with long wings perched on a long green blade of grass with a large grass background

Heliconius charithonia

Posted by:admin Posted On:21 Jan 2025

Zebra Longwing Taxonomy Common Names Identification Distribution Behavior and Ecology Conservation Status Interesting Facts

Cicindela sexguttata six-spotted tiger beetle

Cicindela sexguttata

Posted by:admin Posted On:19 Nov 2024

Six-spotted tiger beetle Taxonomy Common Names by Region Description Known Range Diet Breeding and Lifecycle Additional Notes

Euptoieta claudia Variegated fritillary butterfly

Euptoieta claudia

Posted by:admin Posted On:26 Jul 2024

Variegated Fritillary Butterfly Taxonomy Common Names by Region Description: Wingspan: Approximately 1.75 to 2.75 inches (4.5 to 7 cm) Coloration: Upper side of the wings is orange with black spots and lines. The underside is mottled brown and tan, resembling

Junonia coenia Common buckeye Butterfly

Junonia coenia

Posted by:admin Posted On:8 Jul 2024

Common buckeye Butterfly Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: The Common Buckeye Butterfly is easily recognizable by its distinctive eyespots and bold markings. The wingspan ranges from 1.5 to 2.75 inches (38 to 70 mm). The forewings feature two prominent

Dryas iulia Julia butterfly

Dryas iulia

Posted by:admin Posted On:27 May 2024

Julia butterfly Taxonomy Common Names by Region Description The Julia Butterfly is characterized by its vibrant orange wings, which are long and narrow compared to other butterflies. The wings are edged with black and have subtle black spots. The undersides


Argiope aurantia yellow garden spider or McKinley spider

Posted by:admin Posted On:18 May 2024

Yellow Garden or McKinley spider Taxonomy: Common Names: Description: Known Range: Care Requirements: Additional Notes:

Apis mellifera Honey Bee

Apis mellifera

Posted by:admin Posted On:2 May 2024

Honey Bee Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: The Apis mellifera, commonly known as the Honey Bee, is a small insect characterized by its robust body, densely hairy thorax, and distinct yellow and black striped abdomen. They have two pairs

Phyciodes tharos pearl crescent butterfly

Phyciodes tharos

Posted by:admin Posted On:24 Apr 2024

Pearl Crescent butterfly Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: Known Range: Diet: Breeding and Lifecycle:


Vanessa cardui

Posted by:admin Posted On:16 Apr 2024

Painted Lady Butterfly Taxonomy: Common Names: Description: The Painted Lady Butterfly, scientifically known as Vanessa cardui, is a medium-sized butterfly with a wingspan of approximately 5 to 9 centimeters. It is known for its striking and intricate wing patterns, characterized