Linnaeus-1758
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Apantesis virgo
Virgin Tiger Moth
A tiger moth in the family Erebidae, first described by Linnaeus in 1758. The species was transferred from the genus Grammia to Apantesis in 2009 along with related taxa. Two subspecies are recognized: the nominate form in the Great Lakes and Atlantic regions, and A. v. gigas in the southeastern United States. The species overwinters as larvae.
Aphis craccae
Tufted Vetch Aphid
Aphis craccae, commonly known as the Tufted Vetch Aphid, is an aphid species in the family Aphididae. It is associated with leguminous host plants, particularly vetch species (Vicia spp.). The species was first described by Linnaeus in 1758. Observations indicate it occurs in parts of Europe including Belgium, Denmark, and Norway.
Athrips mouffetella
Ten-spotted Honeysuckle Moth, Dotted Grey Groundling
Athrips mouffetella is a small gelechiid moth known by two common names reflecting its appearance and host association. Adults fly from June to early September and are readily attracted to light. The species has a broad Palearctic distribution and has been introduced to North America. Its larvae feed exclusively on honeysuckle and snowberry, spinning silken webs on terminal leaves.
Callidium violaceum
violet tanbark beetle
Callidium violaceum, commonly known as the violet tanbark beetle, is a longhorned beetle (family Cerambycidae) first described by Carl Linnaeus in 1758. It is one of the earliest described cerambycid species and remains taxonomically valid. The species is broadly distributed across the Northern Hemisphere, occurring in Europe, northern Asia, and North America. It is associated with coniferous woodlands and develops in dead or dying conifer wood.
Cercyon unipunctatus
Cercyon unipunctatus is a small water scavenger beetle in the family Hydrophilidae, widespread across the Holarctic region. It is one of the most broadly distributed species in the genus Cercyon, occurring naturally across Europe, Northern Asia, and introduced to North America. The species was first described by Linnaeus in 1758 and belongs to the C. unipunctatus species group, which contains multiple closely related taxa in Asia. It is primarily associated with moist, decomposing organic matter.
Chrysolina marginata
Margined Leaf Beetle
Chrysolina marginata is a leaf beetle in the family Chrysomelidae, first described by Linnaeus in 1758. The species has been recorded in Europe, Northern Asia, and North America, though its taxonomic status is marked as doubtful in some databases. As a member of the genus Chrysolina, it belongs to a diverse group of leaf beetles commonly associated with herbaceous vegetation.
Cucullia umbratica
shark moth
Cucullia umbratica, commonly known as the shark moth, is a noctuid moth first described by Linnaeus in 1758. The species is widely distributed across Europe and has been recorded in North America. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to light. The common name derives from the larval form, which has a distinctive shark-like profile.
Cymindis vaporariorum
Cymindis vaporariorum is a species of ground beetle in the subfamily Harpalinae, first described by Carl Linnaeus in 1758. It belongs to the genus Cymindis, a group of predatory beetles within the family Carabidae. Adult activity peaks in June and July, though the species likely remains present throughout the summer months. Its specific epithet 'vaporariorum' suggests a historical association with greenhouses or steamy environments, though the precise origin of the name is not documented in available sources.
Enyo ocypete
Swift-winged Sphinx
Enyo ocypete is a moth in the family Sphingidae, first described by Carl Linnaeus in 1758. It ranges from the southern United States through Central America to northern Argentina. Adults have a wingspan of approximately 60 mm. The species exhibits year-round activity in tropical regions and southern Florida, with more restricted flight periods farther north.
Eumorpha labruscae
Gaudy Sphinx
Eumorpha labruscae, commonly known as the gaudy sphinx, is a large sphinx moth (family Sphingidae) first described by Carl Linnaeus in 1758. Adults display striking coloration with deep green forewings and purple-blue hindwing patches with yellow borders. The species occurs in North America with a subspecies (E. l. yupanquii) endemic to the Galápagos Islands. Larvae feed on grape family plants and pupate underground.
Ptenothrix atra
Ptenothrix atra is a species of globular springtail in the family Dicyrtomidae. It is one of the oldest described springtail species, originally described by Linnaeus in 1758. The species has a broad distribution spanning Europe, the Mediterranean, North America, and Caribbean regions. As a member of the Symphypleona, it possesses a characteristic globular body form distinct from the more elongate Entomobryomorpha springtails.
Pyralis
Meal Moths
Pyralis is a genus of snout moths in the family Pyralidae, described by Carl Linnaeus in 1758. It is one of the older lepidopteran genera established in modern taxonomy. The genus is commonly referred to as 'Meal Moths' in English. As a member of the subfamily Pyralinae, species in this genus possess the characteristic elongated labial palps that project forward from the head, giving snout moths their common name. The genus has undergone taxonomic revision over time, with at least one former species (Pyralis preciosalis) reassigned.
Soronia grisea
Soronia grisea is a species of sap-feeding beetle in the family Nitidulidae. It has a broad geographic distribution spanning Europe and Northern Asia (excluding China), North America, and Southern Asia. The species was first described by Linnaeus in 1758. As a member of the sap-feeding beetle family, it is associated with fermentation and decaying plant materials.