We were thrilled to receive this submission, as you’re not likely to see this species in western Montana. The Gorgone is on the wing from May to early July on […]

Move over Sara! Up until a few years ago, this beautiful butterfly was typically referred to as the Sara Orangetip (and still is according to just about every butterfly guide). […]

This attractive beetle was found inside Glenn’s house. Always a nice change of pace, considering some insects are a challenge to find or photograph. You’ll notice that the top side […]

These are some of the first swallowtails we see in the spring, flying from late April to July among bare hills, mountains, gardens, fields, vacant lots, and roadsides. They are […]

These beautiful day-active moths can certainly make you think you are seeing a bumblebee or even a small hummingbird. They typically hover above flowers while feeding, much like a hummingbird. […]

Four-spotted Skimmers are one of the earlier dragonflies on the scene. They are quite large, at up to two inches long, and have a diagnostic black spot halfway along each […]

This striking moth is typically found in the Northern Rocky Mountain states and Pacific Northwest in moist forest and grassland habitats. The larvae are generalists, feeding on a wide variety […]

These ground beetles, whose wing covers look as if they’ve been painstakingly sculptured, are introduced from Europe and are typically seen in our area in April and May. Peter noted […]

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 […]

With a wingspan of up to 3.5 inches, these moths are impressive in both appearance and size. They can be found coast to coast in the northern United States, plus […]