While we could not find a lot of information for this particular species, this mayfly is part of the Flat-headed Mayfly family (Heptageniidae), a family whose larvae are known for their […]

No matter what genus this wasp resides in, this paralyzed caterpillar is destined to be fresh food for its offspring. Both this and the Great Golden Digger Wasp, which was featured earlier […]

These large hawkmoths (sphinx moths) are a non-native species that’s been released in the fight against leafy spurge (the food source for their beautiful caterpillars). They can be found in several […]

The life of the Giant Lacewing remains a mystery throughout the entomology world. Once found from New England to Puget Sound, these insects are incredibly rare. At up to 2 […]

Find a good patch of milkweed (Asclepias spp.) and you are likely to spot these boldly-colored longhorn beetles. As the name suggests, they specialize on milkweed; the larvae feed on the roots […]

These large beetles (with noticeable eyespots) inhabit coniferous forests and are typically found from June through July. Their larvae live in dead or dying trees and feed on the larvae of woodborers […]

There’s not much information available about this species of flower longhorn beetle. As assumed, the adults feed on flowers. And this particular individual was enjoying sap from a willlow’s oozing […]

These small, tawny orange butterflies start to emerge in mid to late summer and can be found in just about any habitat; including sagebrush, woodland clearings, gardens, and small streams. Caterpillars […]

This is our most common brown hairstreak in the west, and a regular visitor to flowers. Since they perch with wings closed, you may only glimpse their bright orange upper […]

Mantis sightings are starting to trickle in, unlike last year, which was more of a flood. European Mantises, as their name suggests, are not native. Each year gardeners purchase their egg cases (called […]