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The Marsh Crane Fly (Tipula oleracea) is a large, harmless insect with a mosquito-like appearance which is native to Europe. Adults are beneficial pollinators and the larvae, known as 'leatherjackets', are common pests of crops. Flies Marsh Crane Fly (Tipula oleracea) The Marsh Crane Fly (Tipula oleracea) is a large, harmless insect with a mosquito-like appearance which is native to Europe. Adults are beneficial pollinators and the larvae, known as 'leatherjackets', are common pests of crops.

The Marbled Clover (Heliothis viriplaca) is a small day-flying moth that belongs to the Noctuidae family. This insect is well-known for its swift, rapid flight in hot sunshine and its preference for dry, open spaces across Europe. Contributor: Pete Rodgers Moths Marbled Clover (Heliothis viriplaca) The Marbled Clover (Heliothis viriplaca) is a small day-flying moth that belongs to the Noctuidae family. This insect is well-known for its swift, rapid flight in hot sunshine and its preference for dry, open spaces across Europe. Contributor: Pete Rodgers

The Eastern Dappled White (Euchloe ausonia) occurs in Europe in central and southern Italy as well as in the Balkan Peninsula including most of the larger, Greek islands. The wingspan is 36–48 mm. The forewings are white with black tips and a black spot. The underside is characterised by black and yellow scales , which create a greenish-white pattern. The female is generally darker. Butterflies Eastern Dappled White (Euchloe ausonia) A medium sized, white butterfly in the family Pieridae (White, yellow butterflies) The Eastern Dappled White (Euchloe ausonia) occurs in Europe in central and southern Italy as well as in the Balkan Peninsula including most of the larger, Greek islands. The wingspan is 36–48 mm. The forewings are white with black tips and a black spot. The underside is characterised by black and yellow scales , which create a greenish-white pattern. The female is generally darker. Periods can vary with location and seasonal weather Months seen on Corfu Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 🦋 🦋 🦋

The Harlequin Ladybird (Harmonia axyridis) is a large, highly variable insect native to Asia that has become a globally widespread invasive species. Also known as the 'Multicoloured Asian Lady' beetle or 'Halloween bug', it was deliberately introduced to many countries as a biological pest control agent. Its successful establishment in new regions has negatively impacted native ladybird populations and can be a nuisance when it swarms indoors. Harlequin Ladybird (Harmonia axyridis) Beetles The Harlequin Ladybird (Harmonia axyridis) is a large, highly variable insect native to Asia that has become a globally widespread invasive species. Also known as the 'Multicoloured Asian Lady' beetle or 'Halloween bug', it was deliberately introduced to many countries as a biological pest control agent. Its successful establishment in new regions has negatively impacted native ladybird populations and can be a nuisance when it swarms indoors.

The Four-lined Silverfish (Ctenolepisma lineatum) is similar to the closely related Silverfish. It is less shiny with all appendages (antennae and 3 "tails") noticeably longer, and the abdomen is often marked with dark brown lines. They are native to southern Europe but is now found throughout most of the world. Other Insects Four-lined Silverfish (Ctenolepisma lineatum) The Four-lined Silverfish (Ctenolepisma lineatum) is similar to the closely related Silverfish. It is less shiny with all appendages (antennae and 3 "tails") noticeably longer, and the abdomen is often marked with dark brown lines. They are native to southern Europe but is now found throughout most of the world.

The Small Purple-barred (Phytometra viridaria) is a diurnal moth species known for its distinctive appearance and preference for nutrient-poor grassland and heathland. It is native to the Palearctic region including Western Europe. Contributor: Dougy Wright Moths Small Purple-barred (Phytometra viridaria) The Small Purple-barred (Phytometra viridaria) is a diurnal moth species known for its distinctive appearance and preference for nutrient-poor grassland and heathland. It is native to the Palearctic region including Western Europe. Contributor: Dougy Wright

The Door Snail (Papillifera papillaris) is a small, air-breathing land snail native to the Mediterranean region. It is characterised by an internal closing device called a 'clausilium'. This species is also sometimes referred to as the "Cliveden snail," named after a British estate where it was discovered on imported stonework. Other Invertebrates Door Snail (Papillifera papillaris) Link The Door Snail (Papillifera papillaris) is a small, air-breathing land snail native to the Mediterranean region. It is characterised by an internal closing device called a 'clausilium'. This species is also sometimes referred to as the "Cliveden snail," named after a British estate where it was discovered on imported stonework.

The Tortoise Leaf Beetle (Hypocassida subferruginea) is a species of beetle belonging to the family Chrysomelidae. It is well-known for its distinctive shield-like shape, which covers its head and legs when viewed from above. Tortoise Leaf Beetle (Hypocassida subferruginea) Beetles The Tortoise Leaf Beetle (Hypocassida subferruginea) is a species of beetle belonging to the family Chrysomelidae. It is well-known for its distinctive shield-like shape, which covers its head and legs when viewed from above.

The Silver stretch spider is in the family 'Tetragnatha'which is a genus of long-jawed orb-weavers found all over the world and contains hundreds of species. They are commonly called stretch spiders in reference to their elongated body form and their ability to hide on blades of grass by stretching their front legs forward and the others behind them. Arachnids Silver Stretch Spider (Tetragnatha montana) The Silver stretch spider is in the family 'Tetragnatha'which is a genus of long-jawed orb-weavers found all over the world and contains hundreds of species. They are commonly called stretch spiders in reference to their elongated body form and their ability to hide on blades of grass by stretching their front legs forward and the others behind them.

The Little Snipe Fly (Chrysopilus asiliformis) is a species of snipe fly known for its delicate build, grey body, and distinctive green eyes. It is a widespread insect found across most of Europe. Flies Little Snipe Fly (Chrysopilus asiliformis) The Little Snipe Fly (Chrysopilus asiliformis) is a species of snipe fly known for its delicate build, grey body, and distinctive green eyes. It is a widespread insect found across most of Europe.

The Southern Comma (Polygonia egea) is a relative of the Comma and occurs in southern Europe and Mediterranean area, particularly Italy and Greece. It has a very distinctive shape and colour, the underwings are patterned like wood grain. Butterflies Southern Comma (Polygonia egea) A medium sized, orange butterfly in the family Nymphalidae (Brush-footed butterflies) The Southern Comma (Polygonia egea) is a relative of the Comma and occurs in southern Europe and Mediterranean area, particularly Italy and Greece. It has a very distinctive shape and colour, the underwings are patterned like wood grain. Periods can vary with location and seasonal weather Months seen on Corfu Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 🦋 🦋 🦋 🦋 🦋 🦋

Orb-weaver spiders are in the family 'Araneidae' which has 3,108 species in 186 genera worldwide. They are the most common group to build spiral, circular 'orb' shaped webs. Arachnids Orb-weaver (Lipocrea epeiroides) Orb-weaver spiders are in the family 'Araneidae' which has 3,108 species in 186 genera worldwide. They are the most common group to build spiral, circular 'orb' shaped webs.