Entomology

Phyllonorycter formosella 5 (2)

Agricultural Pests, Animal, Entomology, European Insects, Invasive Species, Leaf Miners, Lepidoptera / , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Phyllonorycter formosella is a species of micro-moth belonging to the family Gracillariidae. This tiny but intricate insect is primarily known for its role as a leaf miner, a specialized type of larva that lives and feeds inside the tissue of leaves, creating distinctive patterns or “mines.” 🍃 Originally native to Europe, this moth has gained […]

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Butterfly 5 (26)

Animal, Biology, Entomology, Insect, Lepidoptera, Pollinators, Wildlife Conservation / , , , , , , , , , ,

Butterflies are insects in the macrolepidopteran clade Rhopalocera from the order Lepidoptera, which also includes moths. They are famous for their four-stage life cycle, large, often brightly colored wings, and conspicuous, fluttering flight. 🌸 As of 2026, butterflies remain vital bioindicators of ecosystem health, with scientists closely monitoring their migration and population patterns to study

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