38 Types of Bees (with Pictures): A Visual Identification Guide
Have you ever come across a bee and wished you could identify it? This article is a visual guide designed to help you identify 38 different types of bees. Our comprehensive bee identification chart will assist you in recognizing and distinguishing the identifying features of various types of bees.
16 Stinging Caterpillars: An Identification Guide With Pictures
While most types of caterpillars are harmless, there are some species of stinging caterpillars. Caterpillars that sting are generally hairy or have spikes on their bodies. Handling one of these dangerous caterpillars could leave you with a nasty sting similar to a bee’s sting. Before picking up any kind of caterpillar, it is important to identify the species to know if it is harmless or not.
14 Types of White Caterpillars (Including Fuzzy) – Pictures and Identification
White caterpillars are the larvae of various moth and butterfly species. There are several different types of white caterpillars, all with unique identifying characteristics. For example, many fuzzy white caterpillars like hickory tussock moth caterpillars have stinging spines and cause skin irritation when handled. Others like white flannel moth caterpillars have venom-filled spines. However, not all white furry caterpillars are stinging varieties. Some white caterpillars like the silkworm have smooth bodies and identifiable markings.
Types of Black Spiky Caterpillars (With Pictures) – Identification Guide
Black spiky caterpillars are unusual types of butterfly or moth larvae. The dark-colored, worm-like bugs can have a menacing appearance with their jet-black bodies, light or white markings, and fleshy spines or spikes on their body. Black caterpillars are typically not venomous despite their spikes because they don’t contain poison-filled spines.
18 Types of Brown Caterpillars (With Pictures) – Identification Guide
Brown caterpillars are worm-like larvae with furry, smooth, or patterned bodies. The long cylindrical insects may look brown and drab, but they transform into stunning moths or butterflies. Although most brown caterpillars are harmless, some species of brown furry caterpillars have stinging hairs or spines that can cause a nasty skin rash if you handle them.
42 Native California Plants: Flowers, Trees, and Shrubs (with Pictures)
Native California plants are a great choice to plant in landscapes on the Pacific Coast. Plants native to California have adapted to the local climate and soil conditions and play a crucial role in local ecosystems. Also, planting native California plants in your front or backyard provides important habitat and food sources for local wildlife, including birds, butterflies, and bees.
77 Florida Native Plants: Flowers, Trees, and Shrubs – Identification Guide (with Pictures)
Do you want to incorporate native plants into your Florida garden? Native plants in Florida are well-suited for planting across the Sunshine State. From flowers and shrubs to vining plants and trees, these native species thrive in the hot and humid conditions that define this southeastern region.
16 Black Caterpillars (Including Fuzzy): Identification Guide with Pictures
Black caterpillars are insects that come in all shapes and sizes. All species of caterpillars belong to the order of insects called Lepidoptera. After hatching from an egg, caterpillars gorge on a diet of plant and tree leaves. Many types of black caterpillars are interesting to look at and some look quite scary. Some species of caterpillars are black and fuzzy with hair-like spines. Other common black caterpillars have vibrant orange or yellow markings.
Black and Yellow Caterpillars (With Pictures) – Identification Guide
Black and yellow caterpillars are the larvae of butterflies or moths. Black and yellow caterpillars can be large or small crawling insects, and some may have furry bodies. Depending on the moth or butterfly species, the caterpillar could be black with yellow stripes or markings. Or some other caterpillars can be yellow with fuzzy bodies and black spines or horns. One thing in common with all black and yellow caterpillars is that they turn into spectacular winged insects.
50 Green Caterpillars (with Pictures): Caterpillar Identification Guide
Have you ever come across a green caterpillar in your garden and wished you could identify it? This article is a visual guide designed to help you identify 50 different types of green caterpillars. Our comprehensive green caterpillar identification chart will assist you in recognizing and distinguishing the identifying features of various green caterpillar species.