False blister beetles

The nacerdes carniolica is a specialist wood-borer in its larval stage, inhabiting decaying timber near freshwater habitats. Adults are notable pollinators that emerge in late spring and are often seen visiting a variety of flowering plants. This dichotomy in life stages highlights a distinct ecological adaptation from the consumption of decaying organic matter to contributing to plant reproduction.

The wharf borer, Nacerdes melanura, belongs to the insect order Coleoptera, the beetles. They belong to the family Oedemeridae, which are commonly known as false blister beetles. Wharf borers are present in all the states of the USA except for Florida. It takes about a year to develop from an egg to an adult. The insect is called the 'wharf borer' because the larval stage of this insect is often found on pilings and timbers of wharves, especially along coastal areas. The adult beetles can be identified via a black band across the end of both elytra, or wing covers. In addition, wharf borers can be distinguished from other members of the family Oedemeridae via the presence of a single spur on the tibia of the forelegs, and the distance between both eyes (twice the length of one eye). Eggs are oviposited on rotten wood where larvae hatch and burrow to feed on rotten wood. Adults do not feed and depend on stored energy reserves accumulated during the larval stage. They are considered to be a pest because they damage wood used in building infrastructures.

The metallic sheen of chrysanthia viridissima's elytra glistens in hues of iridescent green, akin to a fresh blade of grass bathed in sunlight. This beetle, predominantly found in meadows and along hedgerows, is drawn to the nectar and pollen of flowers, which it eagerly feeds on with its specialized mouthparts. Although adults exhibit this vibrant coloration, the larvae lead a contrasting lifestyle, developing within decaying wood and contributing to nutrient cycling in their habitat.

A denizen of warm climates, chrysanthia geniculata boasts a slender and elongated body adorned with shimmering metallic hues that range from green to golden, created by light-refractive structures within their elytra. As larval stages carefully consume decaying plant material, the adults instead procure their sustenance from pollen and nectar, playing a subtle yet crucial role in pollination networks. Their nocturnal activity is punctuated by a preference for damp environments, where they thrive amidst lush vegetation.

The adults grow up to 7–12 millimetres (0.28–0.47 in) long and can mostly be encountered from April through August feeding on pollen and nectar. The head is black. Thorax is black in the male and yellow in the female. Elytra are yellow, ochre-coloured or light brown, sometimes with darker sides. Legs are entirely or at least partially yellow. The male of Oedemera podagrariae, as in most Oedemera species, possesses the hind femora very swollen, whereas in female the femora are thin.

With a distinctive metallic sheen, yellow-legged thick-legged flower beetle is an adept pollinator whose larvae develop within decomposing plant matter. Feeding primarily on the pollen of a diverse array of flowers, the adults are recognized by their slender, elongated bodies and notably swollen hind femora. Particularly drawn to white and yellow blossoms, these creatures play a crucial role in the ecosystems they inhabit.

Distinctive for their slender and elongated bodies, oedemera femorata are known for their remarkable metallic sheen, often displaying vibrant green hues that can vary to turquoise or even violet depending on the light. The adults primarily dine on pollen and nectar, playing a role in plant pollination, while their larvae develop within decomposing plant matter, contributing to the nutrient recycling in their ecosystems.

Adorned with an metallic exoskeleton that displays vibrant color variations depending on the light, oedemera virescens is a small, phytophagous insect known for its preference for flowers. During its larval stage, this creature typically inhabits the stems and branches of various plants, where it plays a role in the decomposition of dead or decaying wood, hence contributing to the nutrient cycle within its habitat.

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.