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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 Bordered Orb-weaver (Neoscona adianta) 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.

The Chequered Tachinid Fly (Dinera ferina) is a species of parasitic fly known for its bristly appearance and checkered abdomen. A member of the family Tachinidae, its larvae are parasitoids of various beetle species. Flies Chequered Tachinid Fly (Dinera ferina) The Chequered Tachinid Fly (Dinera ferina) is a species of parasitic fly known for its bristly appearance and checkered abdomen. A member of the family Tachinidae, its larvae are parasitoids of various beetle species.

The Bedrule Brocade (Mniotype solieri) is a species of moth within the family Noctuidae, commonly known as the owlet moths. The specific coloration and markings can differ within the species. The moth is native to Europe, including Greece. Moths Bedrule Brocade (Mniotype solieri) The Bedrule Brocade (Mniotype solieri) is a species of moth within the family Noctuidae, commonly known as the owlet moths. The specific coloration and markings can differ within the species. The moth is native to Europe, including Greece.

The Blushing Rosette (Abortiporus biennis) is a polypore fungus known for its colour-changing properties and often rosette-like appearance. It is an inedible white-rot fungus found on decaying wood in Europe. Fungi Blushing Rosette (Abortiporus biennis) The Blushing Rosette (Abortiporus biennis) is a polypore fungus known for its colour-changing properties and often rosette-like appearance. It is an inedible white-rot fungus found on decaying wood in Europe.

The Ornate Hydriris (Hydriris ornatalis) is a small moth of the Crambidae family, found in warm regions worldwide. It has narrow brownish wings with delicate darker markings and a distinctive resting posture with wings folded tightly. Active at night, its larvae feed on plants in damp habitats. Contributor: Dougy Wright Moths Ornate Hydriris (Hydriris ornatalis) The Ornate Hydriris (Hydriris ornatalis) is a small moth of the Crambidae family, found in warm regions worldwide. It has narrow brownish wings with delicate darker markings and a distinctive resting posture with wings folded tightly. Active at night, its larvae feed on plants in damp habitats. Contributor: Dougy Wright

The Twin-lobed Deerfly (Chrysops relictus) is a medium-sized biting fly with distinctive dark-patterned wings and striking green or gold eyes. Found in wet, wooded areas across Europe, females feed on blood, while males consume nectar. Active in summer, they are swift fliers and can be persistent biters. Contributor: Anne Sordinas Flies Twin-lobed Deerfly (Chrysops relictus) The Twin-lobed Deerfly (Chrysops relictus) is a medium-sized biting fly with distinctive dark-patterned wings and striking green or gold eyes. Found in wet, wooded areas across Europe, females feed on blood, while males consume nectar. Active in summer, they are swift fliers and can be persistent biters. Contributor: Anne Sordinas

Jumping spiders are in the family 'Salticidae', which currently contains almost 700 genera with over 6,000 species. This makes Jumping spiders the largest family of spiders, comprising 13% of all spider species. Arachnids Jumping Spider (Menemerus semilimbatus) Jumping spiders are in the family 'Salticidae', which currently contains almost 700 genera with over 6,000 species. This makes Jumping spiders the largest family of spiders, comprising 13% of all spider species.

The Sesame Leafroller (Antigastra catalaunalis) is a widespread moth species whose larvae are a major agricultural pest of sesame crops. It is also known as the sesame webworm or sesame capsule borer. Moths Sesame Leafroller (Antigastra catalaunalis) The Sesame Leafroller (Antigastra catalaunalis) is a widespread moth species whose larvae are a major agricultural pest of sesame crops. It is also known as the sesame webworm or sesame capsule borer.

Huntsman spiders are members of the family 'Sparassidae' and catch their prey by hunting rather than in webs. They are eight-eyed spiders, the eyes appear in two largely forward-facing rows of four on the anterior aspect of the prosoma. Many species in this family grow very large. Arachnids Green Huntsman Spider (Micrommata ligurina) Huntsman spiders are members of the family 'Sparassidae' and catch their prey by hunting rather than in webs. They are eight-eyed spiders, the eyes appear in two largely forward-facing rows of four on the anterior aspect of the prosoma. Many species in this family grow very large.

The Shield Bug, also known as a stink bug, has a distinctive shield-shaped body and varied coloration. Found in gardens and fields across the world, they feed on plant sap. Known for their defensive odor, these bugs are a familiar sight in many environments. True Bugs Mediterranean Spiny Shield Bug (Mustha spinosula) The Shield Bug, also known as a stink bug, has a distinctive shield-shaped body and varied coloration. Found in gardens and fields across the world, they feed on plant sap. Known for their defensive odor, these bugs are a familiar sight in many environments.

Jumping spiders are in the family 'Salticidae', which currently contains almost 700 genera with over 6,000 species. This makes Jumping spiders the largest family of spiders, comprising 13% of all spider species. Arachnids Red-bellied Jumping Spider (Philaeus chrysops) Jumping spiders are in the family 'Salticidae', which currently contains almost 700 genera with over 6,000 species. This makes Jumping spiders the largest family of spiders, comprising 13% of all spider species.

The Snowy Waxcap (Cuphophyllus virgineus) is an edible gilled mushroom recognisable by its pure white colour, waxy texture, and preference for unimproved grassland. It is widespread throughout the north temperate zone and Europe. Fungi Snowy Waxcap (Cuphophyllus virgineus) The Snowy Waxcap (Cuphophyllus virgineus) is an edible gilled mushroom recognisable by its pure white colour, waxy texture, and preference for unimproved grassland. It is widespread throughout the north temperate zone and Europe.