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The Phoenix Fly (Dorycera graminum) is a distinct, large (up to 10mm) grey-dusted, picture-winged fly in the family Ulidiidae, found across a variety of European countries. Flies Phoenix Fly (Dorycera graminum) The Phoenix Fly (Dorycera graminum) is a distinct, large (up to 10mm) grey-dusted, picture-winged fly in the family Ulidiidae, found across a variety of European countries.

The Corfu Cave-cricket (Dolichopoda steriotisi) is a species of cave cricket that is endemic to the Ionian island of Corfu. This species is adapted to dark, damp environments like caves and is known from observations on Corfu. Contributor: Mark Stevens Grasshoppers & Bush-crickets Corfu Cave-cricket (Dolichopoda steriotisi) The Corfu Cave-cricket (Dolichopoda steriotisi) is a species of cave cricket that is endemic to the Ionian island of Corfu. This species is adapted to dark, damp environments like caves and is known from observations on Corfu. Contributor: Mark Stevens

Discover the many Corfu bees and wasps that can be seen on the island by using this ever-growing database of beautiful wildlife photographs, all taken on Corfu. Bees/Wasps Bees/Wasps All Bee Family: All Wasp Family: All Common Name: All Latin Name: All Reset 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 ... 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 ... 5

The Striped Wainscot (Mythimna pudorina) is a species of moth in the family Noctuidae. Found across the Palearctic realm, it inhabits marshland and damp heath habitats. Contributor: Dougy Wright Moths Striped Wainscot (Mythimna pudorina) The Striped Wainscot (Mythimna pudorina) is a species of moth in the family Noctuidae. Found across the Palearctic realm, it inhabits marshland and damp heath habitats. Contributor: Dougy Wright

The genus 'Siphona' contains small, bristly parasitoid 'Tachnid flies' within the family Tachinidae. They have a long, thin, articulated (geniculate) proboscis, which they use to feed on flower nectar. Flies Tachnid Fly (Siphona sp.) The genus 'Siphona' contains small, bristly parasitoid 'Tachnid flies' within the family Tachinidae. They have a long, thin, articulated (geniculate) proboscis, which they use to feed on flower nectar.

The Basket Stinkhorn (Clathrus ruber), in the family 'Phallaceae', is a distinctive and foul-smelling fungus known for its striking, hollow, spherical, or oval fruit body with interlaced, red to orange branches that resemble a cage or basket. It is also known by other common names such as the latticed stinkhorn and red cage fungus. Contributor: Mark Stevens Fungi Basket Stinkhorn (Clathrus Ruber) The Basket Stinkhorn (Clathrus ruber), in the family 'Phallaceae', is a distinctive and foul-smelling fungus known for its striking, hollow, spherical, or oval fruit body with interlaced, red to orange branches that resemble a cage or basket. It is also known by other common names such as the latticed stinkhorn and red cage fungus. Contributor: Mark Stevens

The Hornet Mimic Hoverfly (Volucella zonaria) is found in parts of Europe and, as it's name suggests, is often mistaken for a hornet due to its yellow-and-brown markings. It is harmless to humans, visiting flowers for nectar and pollen. Its larvae develop in wasp nests, feeding on debris and larvae. Flies Hornet Mimic Hoverfly (Volucella zonaria) The Hornet Mimic Hoverfly (Volucella zonaria) is found in parts of Europe and, as it's name suggests, is often mistaken for a hornet due to its yellow-and-brown markings. It is harmless to humans, visiting flowers for nectar and pollen. Its larvae develop in wasp nests, feeding on debris and larvae.

The Black Snail Beetle (Phosphuga atrata) is a predatory European beetle known for its specialised diet of live snails. It is the sole member of its genus, Phosphuga. When disturbed, the beetle tucks its head under its body and may secrete a foul-smelling yellow fluid in defence. Contributor: Kim McKormack Black Snail Beetle (Phosphuga atrata) Beetles The Black Snail Beetle (Phosphuga atrata) is a predatory European beetle known for its specialised diet of live snails. It is the sole member of its genus, Phosphuga. When disturbed, the beetle tucks its head under its body and may secrete a foul-smelling yellow fluid in defence. Contributor: Kim McKormack

The Picture-winged Fly (Herina gyrans) is a species of 'ulidiid' fly characterised by its distinctive patterned wings. It is a smaller member of its family and, like many other picture-winged flies, engages in "wing-waving" behavior. Flies Picture-winged Fly (Herina gyrans) The Picture-winged Fly (Herina gyrans) is a species of 'ulidiid' fly characterised by its distinctive patterned wings. It is a smaller member of its family and, like many other picture-winged flies, engages in "wing-waving" behavior.

The Black Pennant (Selysiothemis nigra) is a small, unique species of dragonfly belonging to the skimmer and percher family, Libellulidae and is the only member of its genus, Selysiothemis. While traditionally native to desert oases and arid regions, this highly migratory insect is currently drawing intense scientific interest due to its rapid, climate-driven northward expansion across Europe. Contributor: Geula Hartmann Dragonflies/Damselflies Black Pennant (Selysiothemis nigra) Link The Black Pennant (Selysiothemis nigra) is a small, unique species of dragonfly belonging to the skimmer and percher family, Libellulidae and is the only member of its genus, Selysiothemis. While traditionally native to desert oases and arid regions, this highly migratory insect is currently drawing intense scientific interest due to its rapid, climate-driven northward expansion across Europe. Contributor: Geula Hartmann

The Wood Carpet (Epirrhoe rivata) is a local and somewhat rare moth species found in parts of Europe. It is often confused with the more abundant common carpet (Epirrhoe alternata) but can be distinguished by specific markings on its wings. Moths Wood Carpet (Epirrhoe rivata) The Wood Carpet (Epirrhoe rivata) is a local and somewhat rare moth species found in parts of Europe. It is often confused with the more abundant common carpet (Epirrhoe alternata) but can be distinguished by specific markings on its wings.

The Malachite Beetle (Malachius bipustulatus) is a common species of soft-winged flower beetle known for its striking metallic green body and distinct red markings. It is widespread across Europe. Contributor: Kirsty Raphael Malachite Beetle (Malachius bipustulatus) Beetles The Malachite Beetle (Malachius bipustulatus) is a common species of soft-winged flower beetle known for its striking metallic green body and distinct red markings. It is widespread across Europe. Contributor: Kirsty Raphael