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The Pill Woodlouse (Armadillidium vulgare) is commonly known as the 'roly-poly' because of their ability to roll into a tight ball when threatened. It is a widespread species of terrestrial isopod crustacean which are more closely related to shrimp and crabs than to insects. Other Invertebrates Pill Woodlouse (Armadillidium vulgare) Link The Pill Woodlouse (Armadillidium vulgare) is commonly known as the 'roly-poly' because of their ability to roll into a tight ball when threatened. It is a widespread species of terrestrial isopod crustacean which are more closely related to shrimp and crabs than to insects.

The Southern White Admiral (Limenitis reducta) is an easily identified butterfly, and is quite conspicuous with it's upper wings being dark blue in colour, with bright white bands. It is often seen landing on honeysuckle where it is known to lay it's eggs. Butterflies Southern White Admiral (Limenitis reducta) A large, dark blue butterfly in the family Nymphalidae (Brush-footed butterflies) The Southern White Admiral (Limenitis reducta) is an easily identified butterfly, and is quite conspicuous with it's upper wings being dark blue in colour, with bright white bands. It is often seen landing on honeysuckle where it is known to lay it's eggs. 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 Scarab Beetle (Valgus hemipterus) is a small species in the family, Scarabaeidae, commonly found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is often referred to as the stumbling beetle (especially in German as Stolperkäfer), it is known for its distinctive appearance where its elytra (wing covers) are notably shorter than its abdomen, leaving the end of the body exposed. Scarab Beetle (Valgus hemipterus) Beetles The Scarab Beetle (Valgus hemipterus) is a small species in the family, Scarabaeidae, commonly found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is often referred to as the stumbling beetle (especially in German as Stolperkäfer), it is known for its distinctive appearance where its elytra (wing covers) are notably shorter than its abdomen, leaving the end of the body exposed.

Crab spiders are in the family 'Thomisidae' which includes over 2,100 species in around 170 genera. The common name 'crab spider' is often linked to species in this family which are also known as flower spiders or flower crab spiders but is also applied, loosely, to many other spider families. Arachnids Crab Spider (Runcinia grammica) Crab spiders are in the family 'Thomisidae' which includes over 2,100 species in around 170 genera. The common name 'crab spider' is often linked to species in this family which are also known as flower spiders or flower crab spiders but is also applied, loosely, to many other spider families.

The Fairy-ring Longhorn (Pseudovadonia livida) is a small, brown and black, beetle named for its unusual larval diet of mycelium from the fairy-ring fungus (Marasmius oreades). Unlike most longhorn beetles, its larvae do not develop in dead wood. This European species is commonly found in grasslands and forest clearings where its host fungus grows. Fairy-ring Longhorn (Pseudovadonia livida) Beetles The Fairy-ring Longhorn (Pseudovadonia livida) is a small, brown and black, beetle named for its unusual larval diet of mycelium from the fairy-ring fungus (Marasmius oreades). Unlike most longhorn beetles, its larvae do not develop in dead wood. This European species is commonly found in grasslands and forest clearings where its host fungus grows.

The Grass Eggar (Lasiocampa trifolii) is a medium to large moth found in Europe, known for its reddish-brown wings and a central white spot on the forewing. Contributor: Dougy Wright Moths Grass Eggar (Lasiocampa trifolii) The Grass Eggar (Lasiocampa trifolii) is a medium to large moth found in Europe, known for its reddish-brown wings and a central white spot on the forewing. Contributor: Dougy Wright

The Stubble Rosegill (Volvopluteus gloiocephalus) is a large, edible mushroom in the family Pluteaceae which is not highly regarded for its culinary quality. The mushroom is most distinctly identified by its sticky cap, gills that turn from white to pink with age, and a sack-like volva at the base of its stem, which can be hidden underground. Its common name comes from its frequent appearance in stubble fields. Fungi Stubble Rosegill (Volvopluteus gloiocephalus) The Stubble Rosegill (Volvopluteus gloiocephalus) is a large, edible mushroom in the family Pluteaceae which is not highly regarded for its culinary quality. The mushroom is most distinctly identified by its sticky cap, gills that turn from white to pink with age, and a sack-like volva at the base of its stem, which can be hidden underground. Its common name comes from its frequent appearance in stubble fields.

The House Jumping Spider (Pseudeuophrys lanigera) is a very small (3-6mm) species of jumping spider in the family 'Salticidae'. It is commonly known as the 'house jumping spider' or 'fleecy jumping spider', and is strongly associated with human habitation, often found on the walls and roofs of buildings and inside houses. The species is widespread in western and central Europe. Arachnids House Jumping Spider (Pseudeuophrys lanigera) The House Jumping Spider (Pseudeuophrys lanigera) is a very small (3-6mm) species of jumping spider in the family 'Salticidae'. It is commonly known as the 'house jumping spider' or 'fleecy jumping spider', and is strongly associated with human habitation, often found on the walls and roofs of buildings and inside houses. The species is widespread in western and central Europe.

The Leucanie Nonchalante (Mythimna languida) is a species of moth belonging to the family Noctuidae. It's French common name translates to "nonchalant wainscot" in English. It is considered a migratory species which is primarily found in coastal areas of the Mediterranean, and has been recorded in Greece. Moths Leucanie Nonchalante (Mythimna languida) The Leucanie Nonchalante (Mythimna languida) is a species of moth belonging to the family Noctuidae. It's French common name translates to "nonchalant wainscot" in English. It is considered a migratory species which is primarily found in coastal areas of the Mediterranean, and has been recorded in Greece.

Discover the many mantis species that can be seen on the island by using this ever-growing database of beautiful wildlife photographs, all taken on Corfu. Mantids “Among the myrtles the mantids moved, lightly, carefully, swaying slightly, the quintessence of evil. They were lank and green, with chinless faces and monstrous globular eyes, frosty gold, with an expression of intense, predatory madness in them. The crooked arms, with their fringes of sharp teeth, would be raised in mock supplication to the insect world, so humble, so fervent, trembling slightly when a butterfly flew too close.” - Gerald Durrell 1 1 ... 1 ... 1 Common Name: All Latin Name: All Reset Mantis months 1 1 ... 1 ... 1

The Mallow Skipper (Carcharodus alceae) is frequently encountered in Corfu but rarely in more than ones and twos. It has a very appealing deep brown colouring when fresh, but can rapidly develop a rather scruffy appearance. Butterflies Mallow Skipper (Carcharodus alceae) A small, brown butterfly in the family Hesperiidae (Skipper butterflies) The Mallow Skipper (Carcharodus alceae) is frequently encountered in Corfu but rarely in more than ones and twos. It has a very appealing deep brown colouring when fresh, but can rapidly develop a rather scruffy appearance. 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 Green Lacewing (Chrysoperla mediterranea) is a beneficial insect, recognised by its intense green colour, red head markings, and narrow wings. It is a predatory insect, with both larvae and adults feeding on pests like aphids and mites. The larvae, nicknamed the "trash bug" or "junk bug", pile debris, such as dead insects, cast-off skins, lichen, and dust on their backs using special bristles for camouflage and protection. Other Insects Green Lacewing (Chrysoperla mediterranea) The Green Lacewing (Chrysoperla mediterranea) is a beneficial insect, recognised by its intense green colour, red head markings, and narrow wings. It is a predatory insect, with both larvae and adults feeding on pests like aphids and mites. The larvae, nicknamed the "trash bug" or "junk bug", pile debris, such as dead insects, cast-off skins, lichen, and dust on their backs using special bristles for camouflage and protection.