Top 12 Most Common Insects in Suriname
Roam into Suriname's complex world of insects that span from annoying pests to environmental heroes. Thanks to diverse geographic landscapes, these creatures display an astounding range of adaptations. The 12 most common insects you'll encounter depend on Suriname's unique mix of ecosystems and climates, as well as human activity — truly a testament to the dynamic relationship between nation and nature.
Most Common Insects
1. White peacock
The wingspan of the moths is 51 to 70 millimeters. The basic color is whitish. On the forewings there is a black, circular spot near the inner angle. At the front edge, two to three oblong, yellow-brown spots stand out. The Submarginalregion is also yellow-brown colored and crossed by dark lines. On the hind wings are two more small, black, circular spots near the tawny and dark-colored submarginal region. A short tail is more or less strong. The wing underside shows similar drawing elements as the top, but these are paler and weaker pronounced.
2. Scarlet peacock
Anartia amathea is a butterfly of the family Nymphalidae. In addition to A. amathea amathea there are the subspecies A. amathea thyamis and A. amathea sticheli. The species is represented in the tropical areas of Latin America and the offshore islands, such as Trinidad.
3. Flame-tailed pondhawk
The scientific name Erythemis peruviana was first validly published in 1842 by Rambur.
4. Pin-tailed pondhawk
The species is on the Red List of the IUCN as not endangered, assessment year 2007, the trend of the population is increasing according to the IUCN.
5. Band-winged dragonlet
Erythrodiplax umbrata is a dragonfly species of the genus Erythrodiplax from the subfamily Sympetrinae. It occurs in Central and South America as well as in the South of North America. Their English trivial name is "band-winged dragonlet".
6. Abracris flavolineata
Abracris flavolineata is a right-winged insect from the family locusts (Acrididae). The scientific name of this species was first validly published in 1773 by De Geer.
7. Walker's moth
Sosxetra grata is a butterfly from the spider owls family (Erebidae). The scientific name of the species was first validly published in 1862 by Walker.
8. Banded banner
Pyrrhogyra neaerea is a butterfly from the Nymphalidae family. The scientific name of the species was first validly published in 1758 by Carl Linnaeus.
9. Micrathena fissispina
10. Silver argiope
The silver argiope (Argiope argentata) often creates unique zigzag patterns on its webs. It's usually found in warm, dry areas, especially on cacti and aloe vera plants. The females are much larger than males. They can bite and cause irritation to the skin, but the damage won't be life-threatening.
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