Insecta Collection (page 16)

Swarm of Asian weaver ants (Oecophylla smaragdina) attacking a Finger-print ant (Diacamma sp)
Swarm of Asian weaver ants (Oecophylla smaragdina) attacking a Finger-print ant (Diacamma sp.), Kubah National Park, Sarawak, Borneo

Two Crickets (Phaneroptera sp. ) feeding on Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) in the rain, Klein Schietveld Nature Reserve
Two Crickets (Phaneroptera sp.) feeding on Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) in the rain, Klein Schietveld Nature Reserve, Brasschaat, Belgium. August

Four spotted chaser (Libellula quadrimaculata) on Common heather (Calluna vulgaris), Klein Schietveld Nature Reserve, Brasschaat, Belgium. August

Common hawker (Aeshna Juncea) head detail, Brackagh Moss National Nature Reserve, County Armagh, Northern Ireland. July

Willowherb hawkmoth (Proserpinus proserpina) resting on a leaf, Gavarnie, South of France. June

Pamir bee hawkmoth (Hemaris ducalis) resting on a leaf, Chatkal Mountainss, Dzhalal-Abad region, Kyrgyzstan

Green-veined white butterfly (Pieris napi) resting on a flower, Tandragee, County Armagh, Northern Ireland. May

Male Spanish moon moth (Graellsia isabellae) close up of forewing eyespot, Switzerland

Cryptic wood white (Leptidea juvernica) nectaring on a flower, Brackagh Moss National Nature Reserve, County Armagh, Northern Ireland. May

Two Clouded magpie moth (Abraxas sylvata) resting on a fern frond, Gosford Forest Park, County Armagh, Northern Ireland. June

Marbled white butterfly (Melanargia galathea) sequence showing landing and taking off from a Greater knapweed (Centaurea scabiosa) flower. Yorkshire, UK. Digital composite

Queen butterfly (Danaus gilippus) expanding wings after emerging from chrysalis on Aquatic milkweed (Asclepias perennis). Hill Country, Texas, USA. Sequence 12/12

Gulf fritillary butterfly (Agraulis vanillae) expanding wings after emerging from chrysalis, on Passion vine (Passiflora sp). Hill Country, Texas, USA. Sequence 8/9

RF - Broad-bodied chaser dragonfly (Libellula depressa) resting on reeds. Cornwall, England, UK. May. (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

RF - Banded demoiselle damselfly (Calopteryx splendens) male roosting on reed, silhouetted against sun reflected in the water. Cornwall, England, UK. May

Beautiful demoiselle damselfly (Calopteryx virgo) female resting on Yellow iris (Iris pseudacorus) bud. Cornwall, England, UK. May

Small pearl-bordered fritillary butterfly (Boloria selene) roosting on tip of young Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea). Marsland Valley Wildlife Trust Reserve, Devon, England, UK. June

Luminous, glowing light tracks from male Fireflies (Lamprohiza splendidula) in the forest at dusk, Bavaria, Germany, Europe. July

Close up of section of Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) caterpillar feet gripping stem of Wild carrot (Daucus carota). The Netherlands. August

Ventral view of Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) in flight. The Netherlands. July

Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) nectaring on thistle (Cirsium sp. ) flower, with cyclists in background
Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) nectaring on thistle (Cirsium sp.) flower, with cyclists in background. The Netherlands. July

RF - Two Swallowtail butterflies (Papilio machaon) flying to feed on thistle (Cirsium sp. ) bush in flower
RF - Two Swallowtail butterflies (Papilio machaon) flying to feed on thistle (Cirsium sp.) bush in flower. The Netherlands. July

Painted lady butterfly (Vanessa cardui) taking flight, Norfolk, England, UK. June

Early bumblebee (Bombus pratorum) nectaring on Scarlet avens flower (Geum coccineum borisii), Wiltshire garden, UK. June

Buff-tailed bumblebee (Bombus terrestris) visiting flower of Dittany (Dictamnus albus), Umbria, Italy. May

Large yellow underwing moth (Noctua pronuba), one of main species hunted by Grey long-eared bat (Plecotus austriacus), taking flight over meadow at night, South West England. September

Cranefly (Tipula paludosa) flight trail over meadow in old quarry on autumn night in Somerset, England. September

NFP 1187
Weavers fritillary (Boloria dia) resting on unknown plant, Piedmont, Italy Date: 15-Apr-17

NFP 1176
European chestnut weevil (Curculio elephas) walking on greeen leaf, Liguria, Italy Date: 17-Jun-17

INDO 20-08 761
Ricaniid Planthopper - with semi transparant wings on leaf - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 31-Aug-20

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Spittlebug on leaf - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 29-Aug-20

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Palmfly Butterfly chrysalis on leaf - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 28-Aug-20

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Pair of Caterpillars of the Metalmark Butterfliy - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 02-Aug-20

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Ricaniid Planthopper nymph - with waxy extrusions for camouflage on leaf - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 28-Aug-20

INDO 20-08 514
Cicada emerging from moulted exoskeleton during ecdysis - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 02-Aug-20

INDO 20-08 393
Paper Wasp starting to build a new nest - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 08-Aug-20

INDO 20-07 56
Debris-carrying Lacewing larvae - being attacked by Asian Weaver Ant, Oecophylla smaragdina, on stem - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 05-Nov-04

INDO 20-07 55
Debris-carrying Lacewing larvae - being attacked by Asian Weaver Ant, Oecophylla smaragdina, on stem - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 05-Nov-04

INDO 20-07 446
Stalk-eyed Fly on leaf - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 30-Jul-20

INDO 20-07 437
Urania Moth on leaf - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 30-Jul-20

INDO 20-07 189
Fruit Fly on leaf - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 05-Nov-04

INDO 20-07 194
Little Bear Moth on leaf - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 05-Nov-04

INDO 20-06 393
Lynx Spider on leaf - with Eucharatid parasitic Wasp (Eucharitidae Family) prey - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 05-Nov-04

INDO 20-06 281
Fire Ants - with larvae and pupa - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 05-Nov-04

INDO 20-06 31
Leaf-footed Bug - on leaf - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 05-Nov-04

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Noctuidae moth on leaf - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 05-Nov-04

INDO 20-06 169
Colony of juvenile Barklice - on leaf - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 05-Nov-04

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Black Ants - moving their colony carrying larvae and pupa with a newly emerged winged alate - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 05-Nov-04

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"Insecta: A Kaleidoscope of Nature's Wonders" Ornithoptera alexandrae, commonly known as Queen Alexandra's birdwing butterfly, showcases its majestic beauty with vibrant hues and intricate patterns. Honey bees diligently work on a honeycomb, their teamwork and precision creating the sweet nectar we all enjoy. Entomology specimens offer a glimpse into the incredible diversity of insects, each specimen telling a unique story of adaptation and survival. The Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta) takes a moment to sunbathe on a plant, its wings spread wide to soak up the warm rays of sunlight. Common blue butterflies (Polyommatus icarus) gracefully bask in the morning light at Vealand Farm in Devon, UK, painting the landscape with delicate shades of blue. The Chrysina limbata silver chafer beetle shines like molten metal under sunlight, reminding us that even tiny creatures can possess extraordinary allure. Inachis io or peacock butterfly captivates with its iridescent wings resembling an artist's masterpiece as it flutters through meadows and gardens. The Red Admiral - Vanessa atalanta - embarks on a quest for nectar amidst blooming Common Boneset in Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany; nature's harmonious dance between insect and flower unfolds before our eyes. Sea green swallowtail butterfly glides effortlessly through coastal landscapes, enchanting observers with its ethereal beauty against azure skies and emerald waves. Under microscopic scrutiny lies the intricate world of fruit flies (SEM Z340 / 0768), revealing their astonishing complexity despite their diminutive size – yet another reminder that appearances can be deceiving. Phoebis sennae or cloudless sulphur butterfly brings sunshine wherever it goes; its golden wings brightening up gardens and meadows with their radiant glow.