Neoptera Collection (page 2)

Firefly (Lamprohiza splendidula) light trails of males in forest at dusk, Bavaria, Germany. July

Lantern bug (Pyrops whiteheadi), Danum Valley, Sabah, Borneo

Termite hill and acacia tree, Shaba National Reserve, North Kenya

Rosemary beetle (Chrysolina americana) feeding on Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) in garden Cheshire, UK, June

Cockchafer beetle (Melolontha melolontha) on lichen encrusted twig. France. May

Firefly (Lamprohiza splendidula) light trails in woodland at night, multiple exposure. The Netherlands. June

Stag beetle (Lucanus cervus), adult male on oak tree, Italy

Seven-spot ladybird (Coccinnella septempunctata) just emerged from hibernation, sunning on a Honeysuckle leaf with buildings in the background, Wiltshire garden, UK, April

Firefly (Lamprohiza splendidula) light trails of males in forest, Bavaria, Germany. July

Fireflies (Luciola parvula himebotaru) flashing at night for courtship and reproduction. Gifu, Japan. Composite image

European mantis (Mantis religiosa) hunting swarming Pale burrower mayfly (Ephoron virgo), mayflies recently hatched. Tudela, La Ribera de Navarra, Navarre, Spain. August

Scarab beetle (Scarabaeoidea) pair mating inside Tulip (Tulipa micheliana) flower. Beetles covered in pollen. Uzbekistan, April

Rose chafer (Cetonia aurata) feeding on Rock rose (Cistus x hybridus) pollen. Cuts in petals where chafers legs were inserted to prevent it from falling off. In garden, Surrey, England, UK. June

Lantern bug (Pyrops maculatus), Sinharaja Forest Reserve, Unesco Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site, Sri Lanka

Seven spot ladybird (Coccinella septempunctata) pair mating on Mayweed (Anthemis sp) flower. Cyprus. April

Jewel beetle (Anthaxia hungarica) on aster flower, South of Casteil, French Pyrenees, France. May

Composite image of Fireflies synchronize display just after first shower of monsoon, on moonless night. India

Synchronous fire flies (Pteroptyx sp. ) mangroves along the Kinabatangan River, Sabah, Borneo
Synchronous fire flies (Pteroptyx sp.) mangroves along the Kinabatangan River, Sabah, Borneo

Rainbow scarab (Phanaeus vindex) male on white background. Florida, USA. Controlled conditions

Cockroaches (Periplaneta americana) on wall of Gomantong Cave. Sabah, Borneo. Malaysia

Harlequin ladybird (Harmonia axyridis) flying, Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, USA Controlled conditions. January

Praying mantis nymph silhouetted through leaf, . Raja Ampat, Western Papua, Indonesian New Guinea

Fireflies {Lampyridae} in rainforest, Singapore

Praying mantis (Tenodera sp) on plant at night. Wuliangshan Nature Reserve, Jingdong, Yunnan Province, China

Lantern bug (Pyrops / Laternaria candelaria) Ha Pak Nai, Yuen Long District, Hong Kong, China

Rhinoceros beetle, (Oryctes sp) on a moss covered tree trunk, Tangjiahe National Nature Reserve, Sichuan Province, China

Leaf mantis (Choeradodis sp. ) Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica
Leaf mantis (Choeradodis sp.) Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica

Ants (Formicidae) attacking newly emerged cicada (Cicadacae), Yasuni National Park, Ecuador. Highly commended in the Invertebrates Category of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Awards (WPOY)

Giant African mantis (Sphodromantis viridis) portrait, captive, occurs in West Africa

Peruvian mantis (Oxyopsis peruviana) silhouette with sun behind, captive, occurs in South America

Black cockroach (Polyzosteriinae) Torndirrup National Park, Western Australia. Meetyourneighbours.net project

Carabid beetle (Calosoma sycophanta) on white backlit background, Antola Regional Park, Italy

Praying Mantis (Mantis religiosa) defensive display on flowers, Orvieto, Italy. October. Meetyourneighbours.net project

Japanese fireflies (Luciola cruciata) in flight at night, endemic species, Yaku-shima UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kagoshima, Japan, May

Treehopper (Alchisme grossa) Mindo, Pichincha, Ecuador

Broad-nosed weevil (Compsus sp. ) about to take off with wing elytra raised and wings extended
Broad-nosed weevil (Compsus sp.) about to take off with wing elytra raised and wings extended, Yasuni National Park, Orellana, Ecuador

Stag beetle (Lucanus cervus) silhouetted against oak tree leaf. Elbe, Germany, June

Scarlet lily beetle (Lilioceris lilii) Nottinghamshire, England, UK, May. Introduced species

Metallic White-toed Tarantula (Avicularia metallica) in thatched roof, Venezuela

Emerald cicada (Zammara smaragdina) on leaves. Montes Azules Biosphere Reserve, Chiapas state, Mexico

Broad-nosed weevil (Exophthalmus opulentus) on leaf. Los Tuxtlas Biosphere Reserve, Mexico

Jewel weevil (Eurhinus magnificus) on stem. El Cielo Biosphere Reserve, Mexico

Flat-faced longhorn beetle (Deliathis incana) on branch. Yucatan Peninsula, Quintana Roo state, Mexico

Harlequin beetle (Acrocinus longimanus) headshot close up. Los Tuxtlas Biosphere Reserve, Mexico

Male Highland Great diving beetle (Dytiscus lapponicus) on surface of water, Darnaway Estate, Highlands, Scotland, UK. May. Focus stacked. Captive

Red cabbage bug (Eurydema ornata) with a Shield bug (Nezara viridula) side by side on a leaf, Umbria, Italy. September

Praying mantis (Mantidae) with water vapour from cloud. Taken at high altitude hill station, Himalayas, India

Green tiger beetle (Cicindela campestris) close uo portrait, Birchover, Derbyshire, UK. April. Focus stacked image

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Neoptera, the fascinating world of insects and butterflies. From the mesmerizing Sea green swallowtail butterfly to the stunning Malaysian Orchid Mantis in its pink and white color morphs, nature never fails to amaze us with its camouflage skills. Originating from Malaysia, these mantises blend seamlessly into their orchid homes. But it's not just mantises that captivate our attention; we also have the RF - Devils flower mantis, a male specimen found in Africa. Its unique appearance is both intriguing and intimidating. Meanwhile, the Tropical shield mantis from Canande, Esmeraldas showcases its distinctive rhombicollis pattern. Insects like the Black oil beetle find nourishment on flowers such as Lesser cellandine while Flatid planthopper nymphs thrive in Danum Valley, Sabah, Borneo. The Spotted lanternfly nymphs roam Wissahickon Valley Park during their fourth instar stage. The Cotton or hibiscus harlequin bug nymph indulges in leafy feasts while displaying vibrant colors against a lush green backdrop. Dragon mantises impress with their large compound eyes that dominate their heads and give them an almost mythical appearance. Acorn weevils make themselves at home on oak buds in Hertfordshire, England showcasing intricate details of nature's design. Lastly, Bee beetles can be spotted buzzing around flowers with their distinct markings. From delicate butterflies to fierce predators and tiny yet resilient creatures feeding on flora – Neoptera reveals a diverse array of species thriving across continents.