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Adult specimens have some color variation between orange, cream and brown. Adult females typically have stripes on both the carapace and abdomen, though on many specimens, the stripes are more pronounced on the abdomen. There is a generally a diamond cardiac mark, and macrosetae covering legs I-IV. There is a broad clypeus. Adult females range in size from ~5-6mm, and adult males range in size ~4-5mm.
Oxyopes scalaris, the western lynx spider, is a species of lynx spider in the family Oxyopidae. It is found in North America.
Distinctive for its six-eyed configuration and a mottled pattern that camouflages perfectly with foliage, lynx spider thrives in vegetation where it ambushes prey. These agile hunters lack a web, relying instead on speed and sharp vision to capture insects. They expertly modulate their hunting strategies as they mature from nimble juveniles to adept adults, showcasing a remarkable adaptability in their predatory tactics.
An active hunter and is commonly seen in green leaves of plants actively searching for prey.
The animal belongs to the genus Oxyopes. The scientific name of the species was first validly published in 1849 by White.
Resplendent with a mottled pattern that offers excellent camouflage among foliage, oxyopes tridens is a master at ambush predation. With keen eyesight and agility, it leaps to ensnare its prey, primarily insects, utilizing bristle-laden legs that detect the slightest vibrations in the air. This creature exhibits sexual dimorphism; females often showcase a more pronounced size, which is evident during the breeding season.
The animal belongs to the genus Oxyopes. The scientific name of the species was first validly published in 1878 by Ludwig Carl Christian Koch.
Tucked away in the dense foliage, elegant lynx spider executes precision hunting with its keen eyesight, unmatched among its relatives. Its slender, sleek body provides excellent camouflage as it stalks prey with a stealth rivaling that of larger predators, exemplifying a unique synergy of form and function in its ecosystem.
Western honey bee（Apis mellifera） is the most common species of honeybee in the world. Among the first domesticated insects, its cultural and economic impact on humanity has been vast and far-reaching, providing honey, wax and its services as a pollinator. Western honey bee faces challenges worldwide, such as colony collapse disorder, and populations are thought to be decreasing.
The monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) is the most recognizable butterfly in North America. It is best known for its appearance, but should be better known for the fact that it has a 3000-mile migration that takes the butterfly 4 generations to complete. Their diet is also a natural deterrent for predators, as they eat milkweed, a poison that induces vomiting.
The japanese rhinoceros beetle (Trypoxylus dichotomus) is a massive beetle about the size of the palm of a hand. It's distinguished by its long Y-shaped horn, which it uses to fight other males with. It's a nocturnal bug that feeds on sap and sweet fruits. This species is sometimes kept as a pet due to its unique appearance and simple care requirements.
The silken threads produced by silkworm during its larval stage have been highly coveted for millennia, manifesting as a luxurious fabric in human society. Remarkably, this creature has a singular diet, feeding exclusively on the leaves of its primary host plant from which it extracts the necessary nutrients to facilitate its transition into a non-feeding, winged adult.
Menelaus blue morpho (Morpho menelaus) is a gorgeous butterfly with large, royal blue wings. Linnaeus named the genus Morpho the Aphrodite-Ancient Greek goddess of love and beauty for its extreme beauty. It is native to tropical rainforests. Though many butterfly gardens now cultivate them in captivity, there are still many people who never get a chance to see them.
While the atlas moth (Attacus atlas) can't tell you where to find your country on the map, it does earn its name through other means. It is one of the largest moths in the world, with a wingspan that is far larger than its body, creating an abnormal comparison. In India, their silk is gathered in a non-commercial capacity and is considered to be more durable than the domestic silkworm.
Both sexes reach about 5 mm in body length. Females and immatures of both sexes are brown but have color patterns by which they can be distinguished from related species. Also, the males dance to attract females.
Often confused for the ladybug, multicolored asian ladybeetle (Harmonia axyridis) is a separate species that, unlike the ladybug, is a household pest. It is considered particularly annoying for its habit of returning to places from which it is removed. One of the most variable species in the world, there are many different colors and patterns multicolored asian ladybeetle may display, making identification potentially difficult.
