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Platyptilia sp
Arthropoda, Hexapoda, Insecta, Lepidoptera, Pterophoroidea, Petrophoroidae, Pterophorinae, Platyptiliini, Platipitilia
Insecta: Lepidoptera
Crambidae, Schoenobiinae
Scirpophaga nivella
a female (this individual had a anal tuft of yellow scales)
Mai Po Nature Reserve
New Territories
Hong Kong
Insecta: Lepidoptera
Pterophoridae
Nippoptilia cinctipedalis
Tai Yeung Che, Lam Tsuen Valley, Tai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong
Reino : Animalia
Filo : Arthropoda
Classe : Insecta
Ordem : Lepidoptera
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Insecta: Lepidoptera
Nolidae, Chloephorinae, Chloephorini
Hylophilodes pseudorientalis
Chuk Yeung Road, Sai Kung, New Territories, Hong Kong
This species lacks the three silvery white step-like marks in the terminal third of the forewing found in the otherwise almost identical Hylophilodes tsukusensis, which is the more frequently encoutered of the two species in Hong Kong.
Insecta: Lepidoptera
Erebidae, Boletobiinae, Aventiinae
Corgatha species indeterminate
Sha Lo Tung, Tai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong
This species, so far only known from Sha Lo Tung, appears not to match any known Corgatha species, though it is clearly allied to species in this genus, such as C. costinotalis.
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Odonata
Family: Calopterygidae
Genus: Calopteryx
Species: C. virgo
Binomial name
Calopteryx virgo
The male usually has much more extensive pigmentation on the wings than other Calopteryx species in its range: in the south east of its range (the Balkans and Turkey) the wings are entirely metallic blue while in other areas, there are clear areas at the base and tip of the wing. Immature insects often have much paler, browner wings. They have metallic blue-green bodies and blue-green eyes.
The female has dark brown iridescent wings, a white patch near the tip of the wings (called a pseudopterostigma) and a metallic green body with a bronze tip of the abdomen
Females lay up to 300 eggs at a time on emergent or floating plants, often on water-crowfoot. Like the banded demoiselle, they often submerge to do so. The eggs hatch after around 14 days. Again, like the banded demoiselle, the larva is stick-like with long legs and develops over a period of two years in submerged vegetation, plant debris or roots. They usually overwinter in mud or slime.
The larvae of the beautiful demoiselle develop over 10 to 12 stages, each of which takes place between a molt. The body length is variable and highly dependent on environmental conditions. The final stage (F-0-stage) larvae are 3.5 to 4.6 millimeters and weigh about 4 milligrams, slightly below the banded demoiselle. Apart from the larvae of the demoiselles are difficult to distinguish from each other, the apparent differences lie mainly in the bristles and the severity of the tracheal gills on their abdomen. Compared to other damselflies demoiselles larvae fall immediately on the other hand, due to their much shorter mean gill lamella.
The body of the larvae shows only a relatively small adjustment to the fast-flowing waters of their habitat. The body is not flattened but very slim and turning around, the legs are long and have its end with strong claws, with which it can be stated in the vegetation. Because they reside within the water body, but mainly in the quieter areas, the danger of being swept with the flow, is relatively low. If this happens, they clearly its long body and legs stretched as far as possible to get in touch with the vegetation or the substrate to come.
The distribution of the beautiful demoiselle covers all of Europe with the exception of the southwestern Iberian Peninsula, the Balearic Islands and Iceland. In the north it extends to the Arctic polar sea, and thus much further north than that of the banded demoiselle. On the North African Mediterranean coast, its southern populations in Morocco and Algeria can be found.[1] The northern boundary in Asia following the 13-°C July isotherm, it is therefore not in the areas where the average temperature in summer below 13 °C falls, otherwise they are met with in temperate and cool regions in the entire continent with the exception of deserts and the mountains of. The eastern subspecies of C. v. japonica found on the Japanese islands is under debate as to whether it is a separate species. The beautiful demoiselle is mostly found in lowland locations. Regular findings come from areas up to a maximum height of 980 m above sea level. Occasionally they may be found up to 1,200 meters in altitude, such as in the Alps.
The blue-winged demoiselle lives mainly near small to medium sized streams and creeks. They prefer a relatively low water temperature and a moderate to fast flow. The water must not be nutrient rich (eutrophic). In the northern part of their range, such as in Norway and Finland, it is also found near medium-sized rivers or even larger streams. The waters are usually in the immediate vicinity of forests.
The larvae live in the streams mentioned before and are mainly dependent on the water plants. The larvae need the stems and leaves, especially in areas with stronger currents to hold on. Hence it is extremely rare to find them in barren locations, flat expiring banks, or areas with a smooth stone floor. They also live in small natural lakes or ponds characteristic for limestones bedrock. They live in quieter areas between alluvial leaves or on exposed roots of the vegetation. They can be found on submerged plants such as waterweed (Elodea sp.), floods for water crowfoot (Ranunculus fluitans) or other plants,submerged from a few centimetres to several decimetres. Compared with the larvae of the banded demoiselle the larvae of the blue-wing demoiselle prefer quieter areas of the water, since slower flow causes a more effective absorption of oxygen under water. Only in very rare cases the larvae are present in stagnant water. The substrate of the river has only a very minor importance, because the larvae reside mainly in the vegetation. An important factor for the occurrence of blue-wing demoiselles is the oxygen in the water. The larvae is much more sensitive to oxygen deficiency than the larvae of the banded demoiselle, hence it needs a sufficient oxygen saturation of the water. Waters with high levels of sediment and sludge, which is consumed by bacterial decomposition of oxygen are, accordingly not as a habitat for the larvae. This sensitivity qualifies it in water chemistry as a bioindicator for the assessment of water quality. Thus they will be an indication of value in the saprobic assigned of 1.9, which represents a low to moderately polluted waters type (β-mesosaprob) and a water quality class from I to II does. Another key factor for the occurrence of the larvae of the blue-wing demoiselle is the temperature of the water. This species prefers unlike the banded demoiselle, mainly the cooler and shadier areas of the water. The optimal temperature is a summer average 13 to 18 °C. At temperatures above 22 °C were often injuries of larvae observed and also a reduced hatch ability of eggs. The main reason is the oxygen content under higher temperatures. Individual populations may get used to permanently higher temperatures.
The habitat that the adults occupy, corresponds to the nearby larval habitat. Unlike the adults of the banded demoiselle you meet those of the beautiful demoiselle but also in forest clearings, but very rarely on the banks of larger ponds. As resting places, the animals need trees and shrubs, often resting on high herbaceous plants such as the large nettle ( Urtica Dioica ). The breeding habitats are similar to the Larval habitat, these are cool, shady water-courses largely with a more or less strong current and near-natural vegetation and bank structure. This is mostly meadow and pasture streams in the area, they rarely pass through the forest. A distinct riparian vegetation also plays a role as a windbreak. Due to their broad wings the beautiful demoiselle can be blown away by the wind more easily than other species of dragonflies.
Males are territorial, perching in bankside plants and trees. They chase passing insects, often returning to the same perch. Males can stray well away from water, females live away from water unless egg-laying or seeking a mate.
As with the banded demoiselle is also in the blue wing-demoiselle a pronounced territorial behavior of sexually mature males. These days occupy territories that they defend against other males. The defense consists mostly in threatening gestures. For this they spread their wings and put them on display so clearly visible, there is also Drohflügen and in rare cases to air combat between rival males. Optimal areas correspond to the optimal nesting places for the females and are characterized by a normally increased flow and a suitable oviposition substrate in the potential breeding sites from. The size of the spots and their distance apart is the density of the population dependent as well as the occurrences of the water and may be between several meters and a few decimetres. Males who do not occupy spots can keep themselves in the vegetation on the shore and try to mate with fly to females or to fill vacant spots. Especially when only a few males are present, the territorial defense is very aggressive, with a higher number of competing male aggression but decreases significantly. The males sit in their areas mostly in exposed places in the vegetation, which extends over the water, sometimes on vegetation or rocks cushions amid the waters. This seat is waiting at the same time the center of the district they do their gaze primarily on the aquatic center and will show a behavior that is referred to as "wingclapping" and in which the wings beat quickly down and slowly lifted. It is believed that it is mainly used for communication, it also supports the ventilation in the thorax and accordingly probably also plays a role in thermoregulation of the animals
25-08-2019
Red-tailed bumblebee
Bombus lapidarius
Scientific classification
Kingdom:Animalia
Phylum:Arthropoda
Class:Insecta
Order:Hymenoptera
Family:Apidae
Genus:Bombus
Subgenus:Melanobombus
Species:B. lapidarius
Binomial name
Bombus lapidarius
Bombus lapidarius is a species of bumblebee in the subgenus Melanobombus. Commonly known as the red-tailed bumblebee, B. lapidarius can be found throughout much of Central Europe. Known for its distinctive black and red body, this social bee is important in pollination
Taxonomy and phylogeny
The red-tailed bumblebee is a part of the order Hymenoptera, family Apidae, and the genus Bombus, which includes many species including Bombus genalis, Bombus angustus, and Bombus nobilis
Description and identification
Red-tailed cuckoo bumblebee parasitizes the nests of the red-tailed bumblebee
The red-tailed bumblebee is typically distinguished by its black body with red markings around the abdomen. Worker females and the queen look similar, except the queen is much larger than the worker females. Males typically have both the red and black coloration along with a yellow band around the abdomen and yellow markings on the face. Further, B. lapidarius tend to have a medium-sized proboscis, which is significant in that it allows the species to be a good pollinator. These bees do not typically form extensive or complex colonies. Nests usually only contain a few hundred bees, at most. An average colony consists of about 100 to 200 worker bees.
Distribution and habitat
Bombus lapidarius is often found throughout Europe, including Britain and Ireland as well as parts of Greece, Germany, Sweden and Finland. This species typically has a fairly wide distribution. As described in the foraging patterns section, they can fly over 1500 meters to better forage for food. They typically are found in temperate regions. Further, colonies are often found in open terrain.
B. lapidarius nests have been found in many different habitats, but the bees typically prefer open terrain as opposed to more heavily forested landscapes.
Insecta: Lepidoptera
Nolidae, Chloephorinae, Sarrothripini
Gyrtothripa pusilla
Tai Yeung Che, Lam Tsuen Valley, Tai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong
"Reflected
in the dragonfly's eye --
mountains."
— Kobayashi Issa
"He was becoming unstuck, he was sure of that - his bones were no longer wrapped in flesh but in clouds of dust, in hummingbirds, dragonflies, and luminous moths - but so perfect was his equilibrium that he felt no fear. He was vast, he was many, he was dynamic, he was eternal."
— Tom Robbins
Amazing Flying Insect and Steampunk creation made with the Victorian Era in mind....and constructed with...2 Antiqued Brass filigree Circles....Vintage Bulova Watch work with intact rubies and embellished with a Swarovski crystal....Antiqued brass dragonfly...2 glass ladybugs....brass ox Bee....brass ox Butterly...Crazy lace Agate Round....Oxidized Brass Tulip....Vintage Pearl Drop....All secured with Oxidized brass wire and a Lobster Clasp~
I haven't a clue what it is, except it's Hemiptera (originally thinking it a beetle and Coleoptera... wellll...; I'll stick with plants methinks.)
Update: thanks to the link provided through a comment, I have a clue: green metallic shield bug, Scutiphora pedicellata.
25-08-2019
Scientific classification
Kingdom:Animalia
Phylum:Arthropoda
Class:Insecta
Order:Lepidoptera
Family:Lycaenidae
Genus:Thecla
Species:T. betulae
Binomial name
Thecla betulae
Stiallach Donn [IRL]
Thécla du bouleau [F]
Nierenfleck [D]
Wood edges.
Only in the Burren and surrounding region.
Blackthorn.
38-42mm (1.50 inches)
This butterfly is very rare, found only within the Burren and neighbouring counties. It has dark brown wings , the female having an orange patch on each hindwing.
It is quite difficult to see as it usually frequents the tops of trees and shrubs, usually blackthorn.
A little butterfly that is found along hedges, scrub, and wood edges but is often overlooked since it spends much of its time high in the tree canopy. Like the purple emperor this butterfly uses 'master trees', usually European ash (Fraxinus excelsior). Males and unmated females congregate at the tops of isolated trees. Once mated the female descends to lower levels to begin laying her eggs. Males rarely descend and both feed mainly on honeydew. Both sexes are dark brown on the upperside with orange tails. The female also has a bright orange band across both forewings. The undersides are similar in both sexes and are bright orange with two white streaks
In Ireland the female lays her eggs on blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) in late August which overwinter, hatching the following spring when the buds are breaking. It has been found that the best way to find breeding sites for this species is to look for the conspicuous white eggs in the winter. The larvae are extremely well camouflaged and feed only at night, remaining motionless during the day. Pupation takes place in leaf litter on the ground in late June or early July and are attractive to ants who will bury them in shallow cells.
Insecta: Lepidoptera
Erebidae, Erebinae
Erebus ephesperis
Tai Po Kau Headland, New Territories, Hong Kong
recorded during a "National Moth Week" event
head on view to show the use of the "moth comb" (the epiphysis) for cleaning the antennae
Cockroaches are found in the forest too. Some can be quite pretty!
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30 October 2009 - Mazumbai Forest, East Usambara Mountains, Tanzania.
Mazumbai Forest is one of the last pristine Montane Rainforests in Tanzania.
When you do a jungle hike, always make sure you pack your camara, macro lens and a fully charged ring lamp for the macro lens :-)
Dung beetle (Mestkever). Beautiful, metallic green shine on the thorax. And of course some spikes. It looks like a tank. Can't help but to see a similarity with the bombarding giant beetles in the movie Starship Troopers and the Garthim in The Dark Crystal.
Read the full story behind the hike in northern Tanzania and the photos in my blog entry: wildlifespotting.blogspot.com/2011/05/day-60-mazumbai-dun...
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ID PLEASE!
This beetle is likely a dung beetle in the Scarabaeinae subfamily.
Any confirmation (comment please!) or specification of this species is welcome!
For those who like the biological details:
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Phylum: Arthropoda; Arthropods / Geleedpotigen
Class: Insecta; Insects / Insekten
Order: Coleoptera; Beetles / Kevers
Suborder: Polyphaga; Scarab Beetles, Lady Beetles, Click Beetles, Rove Beetles, etc. / Mestkevers, Kortschildkever-achtigen, Kniptorachtigen, etc.
Infraorder: Scarabaeiformia;
Superfamily: Scarabaeoidea; Scarab Beetles, Dung Beetles, etc. / Mestkevers, Vliegende Herten, etc.
Family: Scarabaeidae; Scarab Beetles / Bladsprietkevers
Subfamily: Scarabaeinae; True Dung Beetles / Mestkevers