With it comes warmth, bright colors of lush greenery, melodious bird songs, and, of course, a bunch of tiny insects. It's hard to imagine spring without them. We often love them for being slow and sluggish, allowing us to get closer to observe or snap photos.
While I've managed to capture a few early flowers for International Women's Day, today's collection is all about insects!
Vanessa indica of the Nymphalidae family is known for its unique eye-like markings on its wings, which may help it deter predators.
Lucanus cervus or the European stag-beetle can grow up to 100+ mm in length!
Here's a swallowtail caterpillar feasting on our parsley bed. After eating its fill, it cocooned itself and has already spent the winter in a jar. By the way, don't forget to release it soon!
Swallowtail caterpillars, like the one shown here, are known for their striking coloration and the ability to mimic bird droppings as a defense mechanism.
A little proud cricket resting on a woman's finger...
Did you know that crickets can actually "hear" through tiny ears on their front legs!馃
And, of course, the beautiful green maple leaves under which all this wildlife loves to dwell.
So next time you're out enjoying the spring weather, take a closer look at the critters around you. They may surprise you with their fascinating features and behaviors!
