Wildlife Photography by Erik Karits

Pale clouded yellow (Colias hyale)

The Pale Clouded Yellow (Colias hyale) is a species of butterfly belonging to the family Pieridae. It is known for its distinctive yellow coloration and…

Tenerife , Spain

Tenerife is the largest and most populous island of the seven Canary Islands, a Spanish archipelago located in the Atlantic Ocean off the northwest coast…

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…

Lesser marbled fritillary (Brenthis ino)

The Lesser Marbled Fritillary (Brenthis ino) is a species of butterfly belonging to the family Nymphalidae, which is native to Europe and Asia. Here are…

Great green bush cricket (Tettigonia viridissima)

The Great Green Bush Cricket (Tettigonia viridissima) is a large, bright green insect known for its distinctive song and impressive jumping abilities. Belonging to the…

Common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis)

The Common Kingfisher, scientifically known as Alcedo atthis, is a small and brightly colored bird found across Europe, Asia, and North Africa. Here are some…

Chequered skipper (Carterocephalus palaemon)

The Chequered Skipper (Carterocephalus palaemon) is a small butterfly belonging to the family Hesperiidae. Here are some key features and characteristics of the Chequered Skipper:…

Scarce Heath (Coenonympha hero)

The Scarce Heath (Coenonympha hero) is a species of butterfly belonging to the Nymphalidae family. Here’s a detailed description: The Scarce Heath is a captivating…

Great green bush cricket (Tettigonia viridissima)

The Great Green Bush Cricket (Tettigonia viridissima) is a large, bright green insect known for its distinctive song and impressive jumping abilities. Belonging to the…

Ural owl (Strix uralensis)

The Ural Owl (Strix uralensis) is a large owl species belonging to the genus Strix. Here’s some information about this magnificent bird: Overall, the Ural…

Common copper (Lycaena phlaeas)

The Common Copper (Lycaena phlaeas) is a small and vibrant butterfly species found across Europe, Asia, and North America. Here’s a brief overview: Overall, the…

Eurasian Pygmy Owl (Glaucidium passerinum)

The Eurasian Pygmy Owl (Glaucidium passerinum) is a small owl species found across Europe and parts of Asia. Here are some key characteristics and information…

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,…

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,…

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,…

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,…

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,…

Great green bush cricket (Tettigonia viridissima)

The Great Green Bush Cricket (Tettigonia viridissima) is a large, bright green insect known for its distinctive song and impressive jumping abilities. Belonging to the…

Poplar admiral (Limentis populi)

The Poplar Admiral (Limenitis populi) is a striking butterfly species belonging to the family Nymphalidae. Known for its impressive size and beautiful coloration, this butterfly…

Purple-edged Copper (Lycaena hippothoe)

The Purple-edged Copper (Lycaena hippothoe) is a butterfly species belonging to the family Lycaenidae. Here are some key features and characteristics of the Purple-edged Copper:…

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,…

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…

Common house fly (Musca domestica)

Flies are a diverse group of insects belonging to the order Diptera, characterized by their two wings and agile flight capabilities. Found in almost every…

Silver-washed Fritillary (Argynnis paphia)

The Silver-washed Fritillary (Argynnis paphia) is a magnificent species of butterfly belonging to the family Nymphalidae. Here’s a detailed description: The Silver-washed Fritillary is admired…

Ringlet (Aphantopus hyperantus)

Aphantopus hyperantus, commonly known as the Ringlet butterfly, is a species of butterfly belonging to the family Nymphalidae. Here’s more information about this butterfly species:…

Palm borer moth (Paysandisia archon)

Paysandisia archon, commonly known as the palm borer moth or South American palm borer, is a species of moth from the family Castniidae. Here are…

Scorpion Fly (Panorpa communis)

The Scorpion Fly (Panorpa communis) is an interesting insect belonging to the family Panorpidae. Here’s some information about this unique creature: Overall, the Scorpion Fly…

Purple-edged Copper (Lycaena hippothoe)

The Purple-edged Copper (Lycaena hippothoe) is a butterfly species belonging to the family Lycaenidae. Here are some key features and characteristics of the Purple-edged Copper:…

Palm borer moth (Paysandisia archon)

Paysandisia archon, commonly known as the palm borer moth or South American palm borer, is a species of moth from the family Castniidae. Here are…

Krabi, Thailand

Krabi is a province located in the southern part of Thailand, known for its stunning coastline, limestone cliffs, clear turquoise waters, and lush jungles. Here’s…

Rhodos, Greece

Rhodes, Greece, often spelled as “Rhodos” in Greek, is one of the largest and most popular islands in the Greek archipelago. Here’s an overview of…

Krabi, Thailand

Krabi is a province located in the southern part of Thailand, known for its stunning coastline, limestone cliffs, clear turquoise waters, and lush jungles. Here’s…

Krabi, Thailand

Krabi is a province located in the southern part of Thailand, known for its stunning coastline, limestone cliffs, clear turquoise waters, and lush jungles. Here’s…

Krabi, Thailand

Krabi is a province located in the southern part of Thailand, known for its stunning coastline, limestone cliffs, clear turquoise waters, and lush jungles. Here’s…

Ixia, Rhodes, Greece

Rhodes (Rhodos in Greek) is one of the largest and most popular islands in Greece, located in the southeastern Aegean Sea. Here’s some information about…

Ground lackey (Malacosoma castrensis)

The Ground Lackey (Malacosoma castrensis) is a species of moth belonging to the family Lasiocampidae. Known for its striking caterpillar and relatively inconspicuous adult form,…

Brown argus (Aricia agestis)

The Brown Argus (Aricia agestis) is a small butterfly belonging to the family Lycaenidae. This species is noted for its subtle beauty and delicate wing…

Urbane Digger Bee (Anthophora urbana)

The Urbane Digger Bee (Anthophora urbana) is a species of solitary bee known for its ground-nesting habits and significant role in pollination. Here’s an overview…

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…

Common blue (Polyommatus icarus)

The Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus) is a small, widespread butterfly belonging to the family Lycaenidae. It is one of the most common and easily recognizable…

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…

Asian Water Monitor (Varanus salvator)

Overall, the Asian Water Monitor is a fascinating reptile species with unique adaptations for survival in tropical environments. While they are not currently endangered, conservation…

Asian Water Monitor (Varanus salvator)

Overall, the Asian Water Monitor is a fascinating reptile species with unique adaptations for survival in tropical environments. While they are not currently endangered, conservation…

Ruby Tiger Moth (Phragmatobia fuliginosa)

Phragmatobia fuliginosa, commonly known as the Ruby Tiger Moth or the Ruby Tiger, is a species of moth belonging to the family Erebidae. Here are…

Asian Water Monitor (Varanus salvator)

Overall, the Asian Water Monitor is a fascinating reptile species with unique adaptations for survival in tropical environments. While they are not currently endangered, conservation…

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…

Ruby Tiger Moth (Phragmatobia fuliginosa)

Phragmatobia fuliginosa, commonly known as the Ruby Tiger Moth or the Ruby Tiger, is a species of moth belonging to the family Erebidae. Here are…

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…

Red-throated Barbet (Megalaima mystacophanos)

The Red-throated Barbet (Megalaima mystacophanos) is a colorful bird species belonging to the family Megalaimidae, which is native to Southeast Asia. Here are some key…

Eurasian Pygmy Owl (Glaucidium passerinum)

The Eurasian Pygmy Owl (Glaucidium passerinum) is a small owl species found across Europe and parts of Asia. Here are some key characteristics and information…

Red-throated Barbet (Megalaima mystacophanos)

The Red-throated Barbet (Megalaima mystacophanos) is a colorful bird species belonging to the family Megalaimidae, which is native to Southeast Asia. Here are some key…

Green Weevil (Chlorophanus viridis)

Chlorophanus viridis, commonly known as the Green Weevil, is a species of beetle belonging to the family Curculionidae. This beetle is known for its vibrant…

Variegated False Darkling Beetle (Platystomos albinus)

Platystomos albinus, commonly known as the Variegated False Darkling Beetle, is a distinctive beetle in the family Tenebrionidae. This beetle is known for its unique…

False ladybird (Endomychus coccineus)

Endomychus coccineus, commonly known as the False Ladybird, is a beetle belonging to the family Endomychidae. This beetle is often mistaken for a true ladybird…

Variegated False Darkling Beetle (Platystomos albinus)

Platystomos albinus, commonly known as the Variegated False Darkling Beetle, is a distinctive beetle in the family Tenebrionidae. This beetle is known for its unique…

Large poplar borer, longhorn beetle (Saperda carcharias)

The Longhorn Beetle (Saperda scalaris) is a striking insect known for its elongated body and distinctive antennae, which can be as long as or even…

Green Tiger Beetle (Cicindela campestris)

Cicindela campestris, commonly known as the Green Tiger Beetle, is a striking and agile insect species belonging to the family Carabidae. Here’s a detailed description:…

Cardinal beetle

The Cardinal Beetle refers to beetles in the family Pyrochroidae, particularly in the genus Pyrochroa. The most commonly known species are the Red-headed Cardinal Beetle…

Large poplar borer, longhorn beetle (Saperda carcharias)

The Longhorn Beetle (Saperda scalaris) is a striking insect known for its elongated body and distinctive antennae, which can be as long as or even…

Black-spotted longhorn beetle (Rhagium mordax)

The Black-spotted Longhorn Beetle (Rhagium mordax) is a species of longhorn beetle belonging to the Cerambycidae family. Here’s an overview of this fascinating insect: Overall,…