Cockchafers Collection

Cockchafer, May bug (Melolontha)

Thumbelina ridiculed by the Lady Cockchafers
Thumbelina is ridiculed by the Lady Cockchafers, who laugh at her for having only two legs and no feelers. Illustration to a fairytale by Hans Christian Andersen, first published 1835

Cockchafer Beetle (close relative of May bug) - adult female - at night (Chioneosoma komarovi ). Central Karakum desert - hides in Saxaul bush during mating period - waiting for a male to come flying

Forest COCKCHAFER / May beetle - rests on a birch branch during breeding mass flight in dusk (Melolontha hippocastani). Uganskii Nature reserve, Siberia, Russia; Spring (June)

Picture No. 11807153
Common Cockchafer, Norfolk UK Date:

Picture No. 11807045
Common Cockchafer, Norfolk UK Date:

Picture No. 11807041
Common Cockchafer, Norfolk UK Date:

Picture No. 11071231
Cockchafer - Cornwall, UK. Date:

Picture No. 10984341
Cockchafer on Daisy in garden - Germany (Melolontha melolontha) Date:

Picture No. 10855833
Cockchafer Larva - in soil (Melolontha melolontha ) Date:

Picture No. 10855834
Cockchafer Larva - in soil (Melolontha melolontha ) Date:

Cockchafer (Melolontha melolontha) adult, in flight, Norfolk, England, may

Cockchafer (Melolontha melolontha) adult male, resting on twig, Powys, Wales, june

Cockchafer Beetle (close relative of May bug) - adult female - at night - Central Karakum desert - hides in Saxaul bush
ANZ-1429 Cockchafer Beetle (close relative of May bug) - adult female - at night Central Karakum desert - hides in Saxaul bush during mating period - waiting for a male to come flying - Turkmenistan

Cockchafer - resting on twig, Lower Saxony, Germany
USH-3342 Cockchafer / May Beetle - resting on twig Lower Saxony, Germany Melolontha melolontha Sometimes known as the May Bug Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes

Cockchafer Larva UK
SPH-1120 Common COCKCHAFER / MAY BEETLE - Larvae / Rook-Worm in soil UK Melolontha melolontha Sometimes known as the May Bug Steve Hopkin Please note that prints are for personal display purposes

Cockchafer
JD-18055 Cockchafer / May Beetle Melolontha melolontha Sometimes known as the May Bug John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Cockchafer - Antenna of male. x5 magnification
JC-407 Cockchafer / May Beetle - Antenna of male. x5 magnification. Melolontha melolontha Sometimes known as the May Bug John Clegg Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Field Maybeetle, rests on a birch-branch during breeding mass flight in dusk; river Ugutka bank
ANZ-740 Forest COCKCHAFER / May beetle - rests on a birch branch during breeding mass flight in dusk Uganskii Nature reserve, Siberia

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Discover the fascinating world of cockchafers, close relatives of May bugs. These Forest Cockchafer beetles can be spotted resting gracefully on birch trees, showcasing their unique beauty. With their distinctive appearance and intricate patterns, these May bugs (Melolontha) are a sight to behold. Picture No. 11807153 captures the essence of these enchanting creatures, while Picture No. 11807045 and Picture No. 11807041 showcase their captivating features up close. But it doesn't stop there. Feast your eyes on more stunning images like Picture No. 11071231, Picture No. 10984341, and Picture No. 10855833 that highlight the diversity within this species. From their vibrant colors to their delicate wings in flight, every detail is worth admiring. These Cockchafer beetles play an essential role in our ecosystem as pollinators and decomposers, contributing to the balance of nature in Norfolk, England and beyond during the month of May when they are most active. So next time you stumble upon a cockchafer or May bug (Melolontha), take a moment to appreciate its beauty and significance in our natural world.