The European Robin (Erithacus rubecula), often simply called the robin, is one of Europe’s most beloved and recognizable birds. Known for its bright orange-red breast…
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Silver-washed Fritillary (Argynnis paphia)
The Silver-washed Fritillary (Argynnis paphia) is one of the largest and most striking butterflies found in Europe. Its vibrant colors and graceful flight make it…
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Narrow-bordered five-spot burnet (Zygaena lonicerae)
The Narrow-bordered Five-Spot Burnet (Zygaena lonicerae) is a strikingly colored day-flying moth belonging to the family Zygaenidae. Known for its vivid red spots on a…
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Leaf beetle (Plagiosterna aenea)
The Leaf Beetle (Plagiosterna aenea) is a small, metallic beetle belonging to the family Chrysomelidae. Known for its lustrous appearance and herbivorous habits, this beetle…
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Ringlet (Aphantopus hyperantus)
The Ringlet (Aphantopus hyperantus) is a charming butterfly commonly found in grassy habitats. It is named after the distinctive ring-shaped eyespots on its wings, which…
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Silver-studded Blue (Plebejus argus)
The Silver-studded Blue (Plebejus argus) is a striking and delicate butterfly belonging to the family Lycaenidae. This species is known for its distinctive markings and…
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Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata)
The Colorado Potato Beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata) is a notorious agricultural pest, primarily known for its destructive impact on potato crops. Belonging to the family Chrysomelidae,…
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Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)
The Common Blue, scientifically known as Polyommatus icarus, is one of the most widespread and familiar butterflies in Europe. Here are some key features and…
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Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata)
The Colorado Potato Beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata) is a notorious agricultural pest, primarily known for its destructive impact on potato crops. Belonging to the family Chrysomelidae,…
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Scorpion Fly (Panorpa communis)
The Scorpion Fly (Panorpa communis) is a fascinating insect belonging to the family Panorpidae. Known for its distinctive appearance, this insect is named after the…
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Dark green fritillary (Argynnis aglaja)
The Dark Green Fritillary (Argynnis aglaja) is a striking butterfly known for its vibrant colors and intricate patterns. Here’s an overview of this beautiful species:…
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European Peacock (Aglais io)
The European Peacock (Aglais io), commonly known simply as the Peacock butterfly, is one of the most recognizable and beautiful butterflies in Europe. Here’s a…
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Common Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni)
The Common Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni) is a striking butterfly known for its vibrant lemon-yellow wings, which give it the appearance of a flying leaf. It…
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Essex skipper (Thymelicus lineola)
The Essex Skipper (Thymelicus lineola) is a small, delicate butterfly belonging to the skipper family (Hesperiidae). Known for its subtle beauty and distinctive features, it…
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Beautiful Demoiselle (Calopteryx virgo)
The Beautiful Demoiselle (Calopteryx virgo) is a stunning species of damselfly belonging to the family Calopterygidae. Here’s a detailed description: The Beautiful Demoiselle is admired…
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Long-eared Owl (Asio otus)
The Long-eared Owl (Asio otus) is a medium-sized owl species belonging to the family Strigidae. Here are some key features and characteristics of the Long-eared…
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Common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis)
The Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) is a small and brightly colored bird species belonging to the family Alcedinidae. Renowned for its vibrant plumage and remarkable…
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European crested tit (Lophophanes cristatus)
The European Crested Tit, scientifically known as Lophophanes cristatus (formerly known as Parus cristatus), is a small passerine bird belonging to the family Paridae. It…
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Castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus)
The Castor Bean Tick, scientifically known as Ixodes ricinus, is a species of hard-bodied tick found throughout Europe and parts of Asia and North Africa.…
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Coal tit (Periparus ater)
The Coal Tit (Periparus ater) is a small passerine bird in the family Paridae, widely distributed across Europe and Asia, as well as parts of…
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Large copper ( Lycaena dispar)
The Large Copper (Lycaena dispar) is a striking butterfly species belonging to the Lycaenidae family. Despite its name, it is not particularly large compared to…
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Collared kingfisher (Todiramphus chloris)
The Collared Kingfisher (Todiramphus chloris), also known as the White-collared Kingfisher, is a medium-sized kingfisher known for its striking plumage and widespread presence across a…
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Comma butterfly (Polygonia c-album)
The Comma butterfly (Polygonia c-album) is a striking species belonging to the Nymphalidae family. Here’s some information about this beautiful butterfly: Overall, the Comma butterfly…
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House fly (Muscina levida)
The House Fly (Muscina levida) is a species of fly belonging to the Muscidae family. While not as well-known as the common house fly (Musca…
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Eurasian Pygmy Owl (Glaucidium passerinum)
The Eurasian Pygmy Owl (Glaucidium passerinum) is the smallest owl species in Europe, standing out for its diminutive size and feisty nature. Despite its small…
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Red admiral (Vanessa atlanta)
The Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta) is a well-known and striking butterfly, celebrated for its vibrant colors and migratory behavior. Here’s an overview of this remarkable…
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Stump-tailed macaque (Macaca arctoides)
The stump-tailed macaque, also known as the bear macaque or the southern pig-tailed macaque, is a species of Old World monkey native to Southeast Asia.…
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Common Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni)
The Common Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni) is a captivating butterfly species known for its distinctive yellow-green coloration and graceful flight. Found across Europe, Asia, and parts…
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Green crab spider (Diaea dorsata)
The Green Crab Spider (Diaea dorsata) is a fascinating arachnid species known for its vibrant green coloration and distinctive crab-like appearance. Here’s a short review…
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Khao Lak ,Thailand
Khao Lak is a popular tourist destination located in the Phang Nga Province of Thailand, approximately 70 kilometers north of Phuket. It’s known for its…
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Eurasian Bluets (Coenagrion)
Overall, Eurasian Bluets are beautiful and fascinating insects that play important roles in freshwater ecosystems as both predators and indicators of environmental health. Views: 217
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Brown hairstreak (Thecla betulae)
The Brown Hairstreak (Thecla betulae) is a beautiful and elusive butterfly that is part of the Lycaenidae family. Known for its striking colors and rarity,…
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Eurasian Blue tit (Cyanistes caeruleus)
The Blue Tit, scientifically known as Cyanistes caeruleus, is a small and colorful passerine bird commonly found across Europe and parts of Western Asia. Here…
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Robberfly (Efferia aeustans)
Robberflies are a fascinating group of insects belonging to the family Asilidae within the order Diptera, which includes flies, mosquitoes, and gnats. These predatory insects…
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Jumping spider (Aelurillus v-insignitus)
Aelurillus v-insignitus is a species of jumping spider belonging to the family Salticidae. This species is known for its characteristic jumping ability, keen vision, and…
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European nursery web spider (Pisaura mirabilis)
The European Nursery Web Spider (Pisaura mirabilis) is a fascinating and relatively common spider found throughout Europe and parts of Asia. It is known for…
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Hairy Shieldbug (Dolycoris baccarum)
The Hairy Shieldbug or Dolycoris baccarum is a common species of shieldbug found throughout Europe and parts of Asia. It belongs to the family Pentatomidae…
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Goldenrod crab spider (Misumena Vatia)
The Goldenrod Crab Spider, scientifically known as Misumena vatia, is a fascinating and highly adaptable arachnid species found across North America, Europe, and parts of…
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Mazarine Blue (Polyommatus semiargus)
The Mazarine Blue (Polyommatus semiargus) is a butterfly species belonging to the family Lycaenidae. Here are some key characteristics and information about this beautiful butterfly:…
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Mink
The Mink is a carnivorous mammal belonging to the family Mustelidae, known for its sleek appearance, aquatic prowess, and fur prized for its quality. Here’s…
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European roe deer (Capreolus capreolus)
The European roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) is a small to medium-sized deer species native to Europe and parts of Asia. Here are some key features…
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Northern Hawk-owl (Surnia ulula)
The Northern Hawk-owl (Surnia ulula) is a distinctive and fascinating bird of prey that inhabits the boreal forests of the Northern Hemisphere, including regions of…
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Yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella)
The Yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella) is a brightly colored and easily recognizable passerine bird found across Europe and parts of Asia. Known for its vivid yellow…
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Black-headed gull (Larus ridibundus)
The Black-headed Gull (Larus ridibundus) is a common and widespread gull species found across much of Europe and Asia. Despite its name, the black head…
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Eurasian pygmy owl (Glaucidium passerinum)
The Eurasian pygmy owl (Glaucidium passerinum) is a small owl species found across Europe and parts of Asia. Here’s a short description: The Eurasian pygmy…
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Common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis)
The Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) is a small and brightly colored bird species belonging to the family Alcedinidae. Renowned for its vibrant plumage and remarkable…
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Common hepatica, liverwort, liverleaf, kidneywort (Hepatica nobilis)
The Common Hepatica (Hepatica nobilis), also known as liverwort, liverleaf, or kidneywort, is a small, early-blooming perennial plant notable for its delicate flowers and attractive…
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Violet Dropwing (Trithemis annulata)
The Violet Dropwing (Trithemis annulata) is a dazzling species of dragonfly renowned for its striking beauty and graceful presence. This enchanting insect, found primarily in…
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Rapeseed (Brassica napus)
Rapeseed (Brassica napus) is a versatile and economically important crop widely cultivated for its oil-rich seeds. Here are some key details about this plant: Appearance…
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Orange Tip (Anthocharis cardamines)
In Erik Karits’s captivating photograph titled “Orange Tip Butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines),” viewers are treated to a mesmerizing glimpse of one of nature’s most delicate and…
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Bog
A bog is a type of wetland ecosystem characterized by acidic, waterlogged conditions and an accumulation of peat. Here are some key points about bogs:…
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Tugamanni Waterfall, Estonia
Tugamanni Waterfall (Estonian: Tugamanni juga) is a lesser-known natural attraction in Estonia, located in the northern part of the country. It is situated on the…
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Common Mayfly (Ephemera vulgata)
The Common Mayfly (Ephemera vulgata) is a widely distributed species of mayfly in the Ephemeridae family. Known for its ephemeral adult stage, Ephemera vulgata plays…
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Goldcrest (Regulus regulus)
The Goldcrest (Regulus regulus) is Europe’s smallest bird, known for its distinctive golden crown stripe and energetic nature. Here’s a concise overview of this delightful…
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Jumping spider
This mesmerizing macro photograph captures the intricate beauty and captivating charm of a jumping spider in stunning detail. The photographer’s skill and precision in capturing…
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Eurasian pygmy owl (Glaucidium passerinum)
The Eurasian Pygmy Owl (Glaucidium passerinum) is the smallest owl species in Europe, standing out for its diminutive size and feisty nature. Despite its small…
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Common brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni)
The Common Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni) is a captivating butterfly species known for its distinctive yellow-green coloration and graceful flight. Found across Europe, Asia, and parts…
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Common brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni)
The Common Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni) is a captivating butterfly species known for its distinctive yellow-green coloration and graceful flight. Found across Europe, Asia, and parts…
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Common brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni)
The Common Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni) is a captivating butterfly species known for its distinctive yellow-green coloration and graceful flight. Found across Europe, Asia, and parts…
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Common brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni)
The Common Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni) is a captivating butterfly species known for its distinctive yellow-green coloration and graceful flight. Found across Europe, Asia, and parts…
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