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Acalypta parvula
moss lacebug
Acalypta parvula is a species of lace bug in the family Tingidae, commonly known as the moss lacebug. It is a small true bug with a widespread distribution spanning Africa, Europe, Northern Asia (excluding China), and North America. The species was originally described as Tingis parvula by Fallén in 1807. Records from the Azores (Faial, Flores, Pico, São Miguel, Terceira) indicate established populations on Atlantic islands.
Acmaeodera parkeri
Acmaeodera parkeri is a species of metallic wood-boring beetle in the family Buprestidae, described by Cazier in 1940. The species occurs in Central America and North America, with records from the southwestern United States and Mexico. Adults have been observed visiting flowers of several plant species, including Allionia incarnata (creeping four o'clock), Talinum whitei (White's flameflower), and Evolvulus arizonicus (Arizona blue-eyes).
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vialis
Common Roadside-Skipper, Common Roadside Skipper
Amblyscirtes vialis, the Common Roadside-Skipper, is a small grass skipper (Hesperiidae) distributed across much of North America. Adults fly from March through July, with a partial second generation in southern populations extending into September. The species is listed as endangered in Connecticut.
Anavitrinella pampinaria
common gray, North American Common Gray
Anavitrinella pampinaria, commonly known as the common gray or North American Common Gray, is a geometrid moth widespread across North America. Adults are small to medium-sized with muted gray coloration and relatively plain wing patterns. The species is notable for its extended flight season from early spring through autumn and its polyphagous larval stage that feeds on diverse woody and herbaceous plants. Caterpillars are classic "inchworms" with reduced prolegs, typical of the family Geometridae.
Apamea scoparia
Faint-spotted Quaker
Apamea scoparia is a noctuid moth species described in 2000 by Mikkola, Mustelin, and Lafontaine. It is one of the most common and widespread members of the genus Apamea in North America. The species is notable for its extensive transcontinental distribution across diverse habitats from the Atlantic to the Pacific.
Araneus nordmanni
Nordmann's Orbweaver Spider
Araneus nordmanni is a species of orb-weaving spider in the family Araneidae. It is widely distributed across the Northern Hemisphere, occurring in North America, Europe, the Caucasus, Russia, Kazakhstan, Korea, and Japan. As an orb weaver, it constructs spiral wheel-shaped webs to capture prey. The species is one of many in the large genus Araneus, which contains numerous common and widespread orb-weaving spiders.
Argia fumipennis
Variable Dancer
Argia fumipennis, commonly known as the Variable Dancer, is a damselfly in the family Coenagrionidae native to North America. The species exhibits notable geographic variation in coloration, with eastern populations typically displaying violet thoracic coloration while western populations tend toward blue. It is a widespread and frequently observed species, with nearly 30,000 documented observations on iNaturalist.
Arvelius albopunctatus
White-spotted Arvelius
Arvelius albopunctatus is a stink bug species in the family Pentatomidae, commonly known as the White-spotted Arvelius. It occurs widely across the Americas, from the southern United States through the Caribbean and Central America to southern Brazil. The species is relatively well-documented with over 1,100 iNaturalist observations, suggesting it is moderately common and conspicuous. Like other pentatomids, it possesses scent glands for chemical defense.
Cicindelidia punctulata
Punctured Tiger Beetle
Cicindelidia punctulata, commonly known as the punctured tiger beetle, is one of the most widespread tiger beetle species in North America. The species exhibits notable geographic variation in coloration, with eastern populations typically showing dark brown coloration and western populations displaying greenish or bronze metallic hues. Two subspecies are recognized: the nominotypical C. p. punctulata in the east and C. p. chihuahuae in the west, with integrade populations occurring in intermediate zones. The species is exceptionally adaptable, occurring in diverse habitats from upland sand and clay sites to wet bottomlands, lawns, agricultural fields, and even urban environments such as sidewalks and parking lots.
Cixius nervosus
common lacehopper
A widespread planthopper species in the tribe Cixiini, occurring across Europe, the East Palearctic, and Nearctic realms. Adults are active from May to October and inhabit deciduous trees, hedgerows, meadows, and scrublands. Sexual dimorphism is present in body size, with females larger than males.
CixiidaeplanthopperwidespreadEuropeNearcticPalearcticdeciduous-forestmeadowscrublandsexual-dimorphismtransparent-wingsbanded-wingsMay-to-Octobercommon-speciesLinnaeus-1758CixiinilacehopperHemipteraAuchenorrhynchaFulgoromorphakeeled-scutellumcostal-spotssubspecies-presenttaxonomic-revision-historyiNaturalist:1386-observationsDinera grisescens
Dinera grisescens is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae. It is widely distributed across the Northern Hemisphere, occurring in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia. As a member of the Tachinidae family, it is a parasitoid fly, though specific host associations for this species are not well documented. The species was first described by Fallén in 1817.
Dysstroma truncata
Marbled Carpet Moth, Common Marbled Carpet
Dysstroma truncata is a widely distributed moth in the family Geometridae, commonly known as the marbled carpet moth or common marbled carpet. It is very common throughout the Palearctic region and the Near East. The species has been recorded in North America as well. It is sometimes placed in the genus Chloroclysta due to taxonomic uncertainty, though Dysstroma is the currently accepted genus. With over 8,600 observations on iNaturalist, it is among the more frequently documented geometrid moths.
Ellychnia facula
Ellychnia facula is a species of firefly in the family Lampyridae. It is currently treated as a synonym of Photinus faculus in some taxonomic databases, though the original combination under Ellychnia persists in literature. The species was described by John Lawrence LeConte in 1854 and is recorded as widespread across North America. Like other members of the genus Ellychnia, this species belongs to the 'dark firefly' group—adults that lack the light-producing organs typical of most fireflies.
Erechthias minuscula
Caribbean Scavenger Moth, erechthias clothes moth
Erechthias minuscula is a small moth in the family Tineidae, first described by Lord Walsingham in 1897. It has a remarkably broad geographic distribution spanning tropical and subtropical regions across multiple continents and oceanic islands. The species is known to utilize a wide variety of plant materials as food sources, including living plants, fruits, and decaying vegetation.
Euphoria sepulcralis
Dark Flower Scarab
Euphoria sepulcralis, commonly known as the Dark Flower Scarab, is a small flower chafer beetle (Cetoniinae) measuring 9–11 mm in length. It is widespread across the eastern and central United States, extending into Mexico. Adults are active during daylight hours and are frequently observed on flowers, particularly goldenrod, as well as at sap flows on trees. The species exhibits a distinctive dark brown to black coloration that distinguishes it from its more brightly colored congeners. It is one of the most commonly encountered Euphoria species in its range and has been documented feeding on roses as larvae.
Euxoa tessellata
tessellate dart, striped cutworm
Euxoa tessellata, commonly known as the tessellate dart or striped cutworm, is a noctuid moth recognized as the most widespread Euxoa species in North America. The adult moth has a wingspan of 30–38 mm and is active from June to September. Its larvae are known agricultural pests that feed on tobacco, garden crops, and the leaves of apple, cherry, and pear trees. The species forms the tessellata group with E. plagigera, with which it can hybridize in laboratory conditions, though resulting offspring are sterile.
Exelastis pumilio
Dwarf Plume Moth
A small plume moth with a wingspan of 12–15 mm, found throughout tropical regions worldwide. Adults are recorded on wing in March, April, and June. The genus Hepalastis is treated as a synonym of Exelastis.
Gynacantha mexicana
bar-sided darner
Gynacantha mexicana, commonly known as the bar-sided darner, is a species of dragonfly in the family Aeshnidae. It is distributed across Central America, North America, and South America. The species has been assessed by the IUCN as Least Concern with a stable population, with the most recent review conducted in 2017.
Hylephila phyleus
Fiery Skipper
Hylephila phyleus, commonly known as the Fiery Skipper, is a small butterfly in the family Hesperiidae. Adults are approximately 2.5 cm long, with males displaying orange or yellow coloration with black spots and females appearing dark brown with orange or yellow spots. The species has been documented across a broad geographic range including North America, the Caribbean, Middle America, and Oceania. It is known to be active in late winter through fall, with records from January through November in California. The caterpillars feed on various grasses and are sometimes considered pests of turf grasses.
Idia aemula
Common Idia, Powdered Snout, Waved Tabby
A small litter moth in the family Erebidae, recognized by its gray forewings with intricate dark lines and a distinctive pale to orange-brown reniform spot. Adults are nocturnal and active from spring through fall, with multiple generations per year. The larvae feed on dead leaves, contributing to nutrient cycling in forest ecosystems. The species is widespread across eastern North America and has been reported in the Palearctic region.
Idiataphe cubensis
metallic pennant
Idiataphe cubensis, known as the metallic pennant, is a species of skimmer dragonfly in the family Libellulidae. It is widely distributed across the Caribbean, Central America, North America, and South America. The species holds a stable population and is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN.
Lestes tenuatus
Blue-striped Spreadwing
Lestes tenuatus, commonly known as the blue-striped spreadwing, is a damselfly species in the family Lestidae. It has a broad distribution across the Caribbean, Central America, North America, and South America. The species is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN with a stable population. Like other spreadwings, it typically perches with its wings partially open rather than folded together over the abdomen.
Pachydiplax
Blue Dasher
Pachydiplax is a genus of dragonflies in the family Libellulidae, containing at least one widespread North American species, Pachydiplax longipennis (Blue Dasher). These dragonflies are medium-sized skimmers characterized by blue coloration in mature males. The genus is notable for extensive research on territorial behavior, breeding dispersal, and agonistic interactions among males. Members are commonly found at freshwater habitats across their range.
Papilio machaon
Old World swallowtail, common yellow swallowtail, swallowtail
Papilio machaon is a widespread swallowtail butterfly found across the Palearctic and North America. It is the type species of the genus Papilio and was among the first butterflies described by Linnaeus in 1758. The species exhibits considerable geographic variation with 41 recognized subspecies, including endemic forms in Britain and Malta. While globally abundant, certain populations are of conservation concern, particularly the British subspecies P. m. britannicus which is restricted to specific fenland habitats.
Pentodontini
rhinoceros beetles
Pentodontini is the most diverse tribe within the subfamily Dynastinae (rhinoceros beetles), containing over 100 genera distributed across multiple biogeographic regions. Most genera are restricted to a single biogeographic region. The tribe is characterized by substantial morphological diversity, with generic-level identification often relying on mouthpart morphology in females and secondary sexual characters (horns, claw modifications, antennal club length) in males.
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dominula
European Paper Wasp
Polistes dominula is a highly successful invasive social wasp native to Eurasia that has established populations across North America, South America, New Zealand, South Africa, and other regions. First detected in North America near Boston in 1978, it has become one of the most abundant wasps on the continent. The species builds small, exposed paper nests in protected locations and preys primarily on live insects, particularly caterpillars. Unlike yellowjackets, it does not scavenge for meat or sugar. Its rapid spread has been attributed to ecological flexibility, superior competitive ability, and tolerance of human-altered environments.
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borealis
Spring Treetop Flasher, Spring tree-top flasher
Pyractomena borealis is a firefly species in the beetle family Lampyridae, commonly known as the Spring Treetop Flasher. It exhibits one of the widest distributions of any North American firefly, ranging from Alberta across Canada to the Maritime Provinces and southward to all U.S. states east of the Mississippi River. The species is active in spring and is associated with wooded habitats. Like other fireflies, it produces bioluminescence, though specific flash pattern details for this species are not well documented in available sources.
Pyropyga nigricans
Dark Firefly
Pyropyga nigricans is a species of dark firefly in the beetle family Lampyridae. Unlike many fireflies, it does not produce bright bioluminescent flashes. The species is widespread across North America, Central America, and central Europe, and is often the most common firefly in arid regions of the southwestern United States and Colorado Front Range. Adults are active during summer months and are frequently encountered in grassy areas near water sources.
Reuterella helvimacula
Reuterella helvimacula is a species of barklouse in the family Elipsocidae, first described by Enderlein in 1901. It is characterized by brownish-orange coloration and has been documented across Europe, North America, and parts of Asia. The species is associated with a broad range of deciduous and coniferous trees.
Theridula gonygaster
Ladybird Spider
Theridula gonygaster is a species of cobweb spider in the family Theridiidae. Commonly known as the Ladybird Spider, it has a broad native range across Central and South America and the Caribbean, and has been introduced to multiple regions including parts of Europe, Africa, and Asia. The species is notable for its widespread anthropogenic dispersal and distinctive appearance.
Tortopus
Tortopus is a genus of burrowing mayflies in the family Polymitarcyidae, restricted to six species based on cladistic revision: T. igaranus, T. circumfluus, T. harrisi, T. zottai, T. bellus, and T. arenales. The genus is characterized by distinctive morphological synapomorphies including female parastyli receptors with long anterior furrows, entirely flattened penes, and nymphs bearing two subapical tubercles on mandibular tusks. Nymphs construct U-shaped tunnels in clay banks, a behavior that renders them difficult to sample with standard aquatic survey methods.
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tapetzella
Tapestry Moth, Carpet Moth
A small moth in the family Tineidae with a widespread distribution. Larvae have been documented living in owl pellets, feeding on accumulated organic material including feathers and hair. The species is commonly known as the tapestry moth or carpet moth due to historical association with woolen textiles, though this habit is less emphasized in modern sources.
Xestia c-nigrum
setaceous Hebrew character, Black-letter Darts, Spotted Cutworm
Xestia c-nigrum is a widespread noctuid moth commonly known as the setaceous Hebrew character or Black-letter Darts. The species was first described by Linnaeus in 1758 and occurs across the Palearctic and Nearctic realms. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to light. The caterpillars, known as spotted cutworms, are generalist feeders and have been documented as prey for certain thread-waisted wasps.